Epson PowerLite 1835, PowerLite 905, PowerLite 915W, PowerLite 92, PowerLite 93 User Manual

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PowerLite
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92/93/95/96W/905/915W/1835
User's Guide

Contents

Introduction to Your Projector ................................................................................................................... 9
Setting Up the Projector ........................................................................................................................... 21
Projector Features................................................................................................................................ 9
Product Box Contents.................................................................................................................... 10
Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts................................................................................. 12
Registration and Warranty Information.......................................................................................... 13
Notations Used in the Documentation................................................................................................ 14
Where to Go for Additional Information .............................................................................................. 14
Projector Parts Locations................................................................................................................... 14
Projector Parts - Front/Top............................................................................................................ 15
Projector Parts - Control Panel...................................................................................................... 18
Projector Parts - Remote Control................................................................................................... 19
Projector Placement........................................................................................................................... 21
Projector Setup and Installation Options ....................................................................................... 21
Projection Distance........................................................................................................................ 23
Projector Connections........................................................................................................................ 25
Connecting to a Computer for USB Video and Audio................................................................ 26
Connecting to a Computer for VGA Video ................................................................................ 28
Connecting to a Computer for HDMI Video and Audio.............................................................. 28
Connecting to a Computer for USB Mouse Control................................................................... 29
Connecting to a Computer for Sound........................................................................................ 30
Connecting to an HDMI Video Source ...................................................................................... 31
Connecting to a Component-to-VGA Video Source.................................................................. 31
Connecting to a Composite Video Source ................................................................................ 32
Connecting to an S-Video Video Source................................................................................... 32
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Connecting to a Video Source for Sound.................................................................................. 33
Connecting to an External Computer Monitor................................................................................ 34
Connecting a Microphone.............................................................................................................. 35
Connecting to External USB Devices............................................................................................ 36
USB Device Projection.............................................................................................................. 36
Connecting a USB Device or Camera to the Projector.............................................................. 36
Selecting the Connected USB Source...................................................................................... 37
Disconnecting a USB Device or Camera From the Projector.................................................... 37
Connecting to a Document Camera .............................................................................................. 38
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control .......................................................................................... 38
Opening the Lens Cover .................................................................................................................... 40
Using the Projector on a Network............................................................................................................ 42
Wired Network Projection................................................................................................................... 42
Connecting to a Wired Network..................................................................................................... 42
Selecting Wired Network Settings ................................................................................................. 43
Wireless Network Projection .............................................................................................................. 45
Installing the Wireless LAN Module............................................................................................... 46
Using Quick Wireless Connection (Windows Only)....................................................................... 49
Selecting Wireless Network Settings Manually.............................................................................. 49
Wireless LAN Menu Settings .................................................................................................... 52
Selecting Wireless Network Settings in Windows.......................................................................... 53
Selecting Wireless Network Settings in Mac OS ........................................................................... 53
Wireless Security Menu Settings .............................................................................................. 55
Setting Up Projector Network E-Mail Alerts........................................................................................ 56
Network Projector E-mail Alert Messages..................................................................................... 58
Setting Up Monitoring Using SNMP ................................................................................................... 58
Controlling a Networked Projector Using a Web Browser.................................................................. 60
Crestron RoomView Support.............................................................................................................. 61
Controlling a Networked Projector Using Crestron RoomView...................................................... 63
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Using Basic Projector Features ............................................................................................................... 65
Turning On the Projector.................................................................................................................... 65
Turning Off the Projector.................................................................................................................... 67
Selecting the Language for the Projector Menus................................................................................ 69
Adjusting the Image Height................................................................................................................ 71
Image Shape...................................................................................................................................... 72
Correcting Image Shape With Quick Corner.................................................................................. 72
Correcting Image Shape With the Keystone Buttons..................................................................... 74
Resizing the Image With the Zoom Ring............................................................................................ 75
Focusing the Image Using the Focus Ring......................................................................................... 75
Remote Control Operation ................................................................................................................. 76
Using the Remote Control as a Wireless Mouse ........................................................................... 77
Using the Remote Control as a Presentation Pointer .................................................................... 78
Selecting an Image Source................................................................................................................ 79
Projection Modes ............................................................................................................................... 80
Changing the Projection Mode Using the Remote Control ............................................................ 81
Changing the Projection Mode Using the Menus........................................................................... 81
Image Aspect Ratio............................................................................................................................ 83
Changing the Image Aspect Ratio................................................................................................. 83
Available Image Aspect Ratios...................................................................................................... 84
Color Mode......................................................................................................................................... 85
Controlling the Volume With the Volume Buttons............................................................................... 87
Projecting a Slide Show ..................................................................................................................... 88
Slideshow Presentations............................................................................................................... 89
Supported Slideshow File Types................................................................................................... 89
Starting a Slide Show or Presentation........................................................................................... 89
Slideshow Display Options ....................................................................................................... 91
Adjusting Projector Features................................................................................................................... 93
Shutting Off the Picture and Sound Temporarily................................................................................ 93
Stopping Video Action Temporarily.................................................................................................... 94
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Zooming Into and Out of Images........................................................................................................ 94
Projector Security Features................................................................................................................ 95
Setting a Password................................................................................................................... 96
Selecting Password Security Types.......................................................................................... 98
Entering a Password to Use the Projector ................................................................................ 99
Saving a User's Logo Image to Display................................................................................... 100
Locking the Projector's Buttons................................................................................................... 103
Unlocking the Projector's Buttons........................................................................................... 104
Installing a Security Cable........................................................................................................... 104
Creating a User Pattern to Display................................................................................................... 105
Adjusting the Menu Settings.................................................................................................................. 108
Using the Projector's Menus............................................................................................................. 108
Image Quality Settings - Image Menu.............................................................................................. 110
Input Signal Settings - Signal Menu ................................................................................................. 111
Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu...................................................................................... 114
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu ...................................................................................... 117
Projector Network Settings - Network Menu..................................................................................... 121
Projector Information Display - Info Menu ........................................................................................ 123
Event ID Code List....................................................................................................................... 125
Projector Reset Options - Reset Menu............................................................................................. 126
Maintaining and Transporting the Projector......................................................................................... 128
Projector Maintenance..................................................................................................................... 128
Cleaning the Lens........................................................................................................................ 128
Cleaning the Projector Case........................................................................................................ 129
Air Filter and Vent Maintenance .................................................................................................. 129
Cleaning the Air Filter and Vents............................................................................................. 129
Replacing the Air Filter............................................................................................................ 130
Projector Lamp Maintenance....................................................................................................... 132
Replacing the Lamp................................................................................................................ 133
Resetting the Lamp Timer....................................................................................................... 138
Replacing the Remote Control Batteries ..................................................................................... 139
Transporting the Projector................................................................................................................ 141
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Solving Problems.................................................................................................................................... 142
Projection Problem Tips................................................................................................................... 142
Projector Light Status....................................................................................................................... 142
Using the Projector Help Displays.................................................................................................... 145
Solving Image or Sound Problems................................................................................................... 145
Solutions When No Image Appears............................................................................................. 146
Solutions When Image is Incorrect Using the USB Display Function .......................................... 147
Solutions When "No Signal" Message Appears........................................................................... 147
Displaying From a PC Laptop................................................................................................. 147
Displaying From a Mac Laptop ............................................................................................... 148
Solutions When "Not Supported" Message Appears................................................................... 148
Solutions When Only a Partial Image Appears............................................................................ 148
Solutions When the Image is Not Rectangular............................................................................ 149
Solutions When the Image Contains Noise or Static ................................................................... 149
Solutions When the Image is Fuzzy or Blurry.............................................................................. 150
Solutions When the Image Brightness or Colors are Incorrect.................................................... 151
Solutions When There is No Sound or Low Volume.................................................................... 152
Solutions to Microphone Problems.............................................................................................. 152
Solving Projector or Remote Control Operation Problems............................................................... 153
Solutions to Projector Power or Shut-Off Problems..................................................................... 153
Solutions to Problems With the Remote Control.......................................................................... 153
Solutions to Password Problems................................................................................................. 154
Solutions When Network Alert E-Mails are Not Received................................................................ 154
Where to Get Help............................................................................................................................ 155
Technical Specifications ........................................................................................................................ 157
General Projector Specifications...................................................................................................... 157
Projector Lamp Specifications.......................................................................................................... 160
Remote Control Specifications......................................................................................................... 161
Projector Dimension Specifications.................................................................................................. 161
Projector Electrical Specifications.................................................................................................... 162
Projector Environmental Specifications............................................................................................ 164
Projector Safety and Approvals Specifications................................................................................. 165
Supported Video Display Formats.................................................................................................... 165
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Notices ..................................................................................................................................................... 168
Important Safety Information............................................................................................................ 168
Important Safety Instructions............................................................................................................ 168
FCC Compliance Statement............................................................................................................. 171
Trademarks...................................................................................................................................... 172
Software Copyright........................................................................................................................... 172
Copyright Notice............................................................................................................................... 199
Copyright Attribution.................................................................................................................... 200
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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 Parts Locations

Projector Features

The PowerLite 92/93/95/96W/905/915W/1835 projectors include these special features:
Bright, high-resolution projection system
• PowerLite 92/93: Up to 2400 lumens of brightness (white light output and color light output) PowerLite 95: Up to 2600 lumens of brightness (white light output and color light output) PowerLite 96W: Up to 2700 lumens of brightness (white light output and color light output) PowerLite 905: Up to 3000 lumens of brightness (white light output and color light output) PowerLite 915W: Up to 3200 lumens of brightness (white light output and color light output) PowerLite 1835: Up to 3500 lumens of brightness (white light output and color light output)
• PowerLite 92/93/95/905/1835: Native resolution of 1024 × 768 pixels (XGA) PowerLite 96W/915W: Native resolution of 1280 × 800 pixels (WXGA)
Flexible connectivity
• Plug-and-play USB projection, including video and audio
• HDMI port for computer or video device connection
• Wired network support (not available on PowerLite 92)
• Projector monitoring and control via remote network computer (not available on PowerLite 92)
• Optional wireless network support, including video and audio transfer (PowerLite 95/96W/905/915W/1835)
• PC Free presentations via connected USB memory devices or Epson document camera
• Dual VGA ports for connections by multiple presenters
• Port for connecting an external monitor or second projector
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• Port for connecting a microphone (PowerLite 95/96W/905/915W/1835)
Innovative display and operation features
• Low total cost of ownership with long-life projector lamp and high-efficiency air filter
• High optical zoom ratio for larger images in shorter projection distances
• 2000:1 contrast ratio and Auto Iris control for crisply detailed images
• Tall projector foot for increased positioning flexibility
• Powerful 16 W speaker system with audio out port for connecting external speakers
• Epson Instant Off and Direct Power On features for quick setup and shut down
• Support for Crestron RoomView network monitoring systems (PowerLite 93/95/96W/905/915W/1835)
• Network message broadcast system to project timely messages to all networked projectors (PowerLite 95/96W/905/915W/1835)
Product Box Contents Additional Components Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts Registration and Warranty Information
Parent topic: Introduction to Your Projector Related concepts
Projector Parts Locations

Product Box Contents

Save all the packaging in case you need to ship the projector. Always use the original packaging (or equivalent) when shipping.
Make sure your projector box included all of these parts:
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1 Projector 2 Remote control 3 Remote control batteries (two AA alkaline) 4 Power cord 5 VGA computer cable 6 Password Protected sticker 7 Projector documentation CD-ROM 8 Projector software CD-ROM
Parent topic: Projector Features
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Additional Components

Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need to obtain the following additional components:
• To receive an S-Video signal, you need an S-Video cable. This may be provided with your video device, or you can purchase one from Epson or an authorized Epson reseller.
• To receive a component video signal, you need a D-sub, 15-pin, component-to-VGA video cable. You can purchase one from Epson or an authorized Epson reseller.
• To receive an HDMI signal, you need a compatible HDMI cable.
• To project with audio from certain ports, you may need a commercially available audio cable compatible with your device. See your local computer or electronics dealer for purchase information.
Parent topic: Projector Features

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). Or you can purchase online at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).
Epson offers the following optional accessories and replacement parts for your projector:
Option or part Part number
Genuine Epson replacement lamp V13H010L60 (PowerLite 92/93/95/96W/905) Genuine Epson replacement lamp V13H010L61 (PowerLite 915W/1835) Air filter replacement set (2 filters) V13H134A29 Wireless LAN module (ELPAP07) V12H418P12 (PowerLite 95/96W/905/915W/1835) Quick Wireless Connection USB key (ELPAP08) V12H005M08 (PowerLite 95/96W/905/915W/1835) Epson DC-11 document camera V12H377020 Epson DC-10s document camera ELPDC10S
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Option or part Part number
Epson DC-06 document camera V12H321005 BrightLink Solo interactive module V12H415020 BrightLink Solo interactive module with RM Easiteach V12H415020RM AP-60 Projector Sound Solution V12H329020 Universal projector ceiling mount ELPMBPJF Adjustable suspended ceiling channel kit ELPMBP01 False ceiling plate kit ELPMBP02 Structural round ceiling plate ELPMBP03 Adjustable extension column (pipe) 8" - 11" (20 to 28 cm) ELPMBC01 Kensington security lock ELPSL01 Accolade Duet portable projector screen ELPSC80 ES-3000 Ultra portable projector screen V12H002S3Y 50-inch portable screen ELPSC06 Component-to-VGA video cable (ELPKC19) V12H005C19 Soft shoulder case for projector and laptop ELPKS61 1-Year Extended Depot Repair Service Plan EPPFTPA1 1-Year Extended Exchange Warranty EPPEXPA1 2-Year Extended Depot Repair Service Plan EPPFTPA2
Parent topic: Projector Features

Registration and Warranty Information

Your projector comes with a basic warranty that lets you project with confidence. For details, see the warranty brochure 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 or Canada. See the Extra Care Road Service brochure for details.
Register your product online using the projector CD or at this site: www.epson.com/webreg
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Registering also lets you receive special updates on new accessories, products, and services.
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 during a presentation? Here's where to look for help:
• Built-in help system Press the Help button on the remote control or projector to get quick solutions to common problems.
www.epson.com/support (U.S) or www.epson.ca/support (Canada) View FAQs (frequently asked questions) and e-mail your questions to Epson technical support 24
hours a day.
• For detailed instructions on using your projector in a network environment (PowerLite 95/96W/905/915W/1835), see the EasyMP Network Projection Operation Guide installed with this manual from your projector CD.
• If you still need help after checking this manual and the sources listed above, 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 Parts Locations

Check the projector part illustrations to learn about the parts on your projector.
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

1 Exhaust vent 2 Remote receiver 3 A/V Mute slide lever 4 Foot release lever 5 Front adjustable foot 6 A/V Mute slide (lens cover) 7 Focus ring 8 Air intake vent (air filter) 9 Air filter cover latch
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10 Wireless LAN module indicator light (PowerLite 95/96W/905/915W/1835) 11 Zoom ring 12 Control panel 13 Lamp cover 14 Projector status lights
Parent topic: Projector Parts Locations

Projector Parts - Rear

1 HDMI port 2 A/C input port 3 S-Video port 4 Video port 5 L-Audio-R audio ports 6 Audio1 port 7 Monitor Out port 8 Audio Out port 9 Audio2 port 10 RS-232C port 11 Mic (microphone) port (PowerLite 95/96W/905/915W/1835)
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12 Security lock port 13 Speaker 14 Remote receiver 15 Network (LAN) port (PowerLite 93/95/96W/905/915W/1835) 16 USB TypeA port 17 USB TypeB port 18 Computer2 port 19 Computer1 port
Parent topic: Projector Parts Locations

Projector Parts - Base

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1 Mounting bracket holes 2 Rear feet 3 Front adjustable foot 4 Security lock slot
Parent topic: Projector Parts Locations

Projector Parts - Control Panel

1 Power button 2 Source Search button (searches for connected video sources) 3 Enter button (selects options) 4 Vertical keystone adjustment buttons (adjust screen shape) and arrow buttons 5 Volume adjustment buttons (adjust speaker volume) 6 Help button (accesses projector help information) 7 Esc button (cancels/exits functions) 8 Horizontal keystone adjustment buttons (adjust screen shape) and arrow buttons 9 Menu button (accesses projector menu system)
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Parent topic: Projector Parts Locations Related references
Projector Light Status

Projector Parts - Remote Control

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1 Power button 2 Computer button (cycles through connected computer sources) 3 Video button (cycles through connected video sources) 4 Numeric buttons (enter numbers) 5 A/V Mute button (turns off picture and sound) 6 Freeze button (stops video action) 7 Auto button (automatically adjusts position, tracking, and sync settings) 8 Aspect button (selects the image aspect ratio) 9 Page Up/Down buttons (control presentation slides) 10 E-Zoom +/-buttons (zoom into and out of the image) 11 Menu button (accesses projector menu system) 12 Arrow buttons (move through on-screen options and control wireless mouse functions) 13 Enter button (selects options and controls wireless mouse functions) 14 Esc button (cancels/exits functions and controls wireless mouse functions) 15 Volume up and down buttons (adjust speaker volume) 16 Pointer button (activates on-screen pointer) 17 Help button (accesses projector help information) 18 Color Mode button (selects display modes) 19 Num button (switches buttons to number function for entering numbers) 20 User button (customizable for different functions) 21 USB button (cycles through connected USB sources) 22 LAN button (switches to available network sources; does not function on PowerLite 92) 23 Source Search button (searches for connected sources)
Parent topic: Projector Parts 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 your presentation. 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 6feet (2 m) 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 to view presentations in the following ways: Front
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Rear
Ceiling
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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 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.)
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PowerLite 92/93/95 4:3 Aspect Ratio Image or Screen
Screen or Projection distance image size
Wide to Tele
1 50 inches 59 to 71 inches (150 to 180 cm) 2 80 inches 95 to 114 inches (241 to 290 cm) 3 100 inches 119 to 143 inches (302 to 363 cm) 4 150 inches 179 to 215 inches (454 to 546 cm)
PowerLite 96W 16:10 Aspect Ratio Image or Screen
Screen or Projection distance image size
Wide to Tele
1 50 inches 55 to 66 inches (139 to 168 cm) 2 80 inches 89 to 106 inches (225 to 270 cm) 3 100 inches 111 to 133 inches (281 to 338 cm) 4 150 inches 167 to 200 inches (424 to 509 cm)
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PowerLite 905/1835 4:3 Aspect Ratio Image or Screen
Screen or Projection distance image size
1 50 inches 55 to 90 inches (140 to 229 cm) 2 80 inches 89 to 145 inches (226 to 368 cm) 3 100 inches 111 to 181 inches (283 to 460 cm) 4 150 inches 168 to 272 inches (426 to 692 cm)
PowerLite 915W 16:10 Aspect Ratio Image or Screen
Screen or Projection distance image size
1 50 inches 59 to 96 inches (149 to 243 cm) 2 80 inches 94 to 154 inches (239 to 390 cm) 3 100 inches 118 to 192 inches (300 to 488 cm)
Wide to Tele
Wide to Tele
4 150 inches 178 to 289 inches (451 to 733 cm)
Parent topic: Projector Placement

Projector Connections

You can connect the projector to a variety of computer, video, and audio sources to display presentations, movies, or other images, with or without sound.
• Connect any type of computer that has a USB port, standard video output (monitor) port, or HDMI port.
• For video projection, connect devices such as DVD players, gaming consoles, digital cameras, and camera phones with compatible video output ports.
• If your presentation or video includes sound, you can connect audio input cables, if necessary.
• For presentations or slide shows without a computer, you can connect USB devices (such as a flash drive or camera) or an optional Epson document camera.
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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 an External Computer Monitor Connecting to External Speakers Connecting a Microphone Connecting to External USB Devices Connecting to a Document Camera
Parent topic: Setting Up the Projector Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu Product Box Contents

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 is using one of the following operating systems, you can send video and audio output to the projector through the computer's USB port (preferably USB 2.0):
• Windows 7
• Windows Vista (32-bit)
• Windows XP (32-bit)
• Windows 2000 Service Pack 4
• Mac OS X 10.5.1 or later
• Mac OS X 10.6.x
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Connect the projector to your computer using a USB cable. Note: The computer display resolution must be between 640 × 480 and 1600 × 1200 (Windows) or 1680
× 1200 (Macintosh) to project using USB. You cannot use the remote control's wireless mouse function when you use your projector's USB Type B port for presentation display. However, you can use the Page Up and Page Down buttons to move through a presentation.
1. In the projector's Extended menu, set the USB Type B setting to USB Display.
2. Turn on your computer.
3. Connect the cable to your projector's USB TypeB port.
4. Connect the other end to any available USB port on your computer.
1 USB TypeB port
5. Do one of the following:
Windows: Wait as messages appear on your computer screen and the projector installs the Epson USB Display software on your computer. Follow any on-screen instructions.
Note: For Windows 2000, select My Computer, EPSON_PJ_UD, and EMP_UDSE.EXE to install the Epson USB Display software.
Macintosh: 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.
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
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Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
Connecting to a Computer for VGA Video
You can connect the projector to your computer using a VGA computer cable. Note: To connect a Macintosh that includes only a Mini DisplayPort 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.
3. Connect the other end to a Computer port on the projector.
1 Computer1 or Computer2 port
4. Tighten the screws on the VGA connectors.
Parent topic: Connecting to Computer Sources
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.
1. Make sure the projector and your computer are turned off.
2. Connect the HDMI cable to your computer's HDMI output port.
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3. Connect the other end to the projector's HDMI port.
1 HDMI port
Parent topic: Connecting to Computer Sources
Connecting to a Computer for USB Mouse Control
If you connected your computer to a Computer or HDMI port on the projector, you can set up the remote control to act as a wireless mouse. This lets you control computer presentations at a distance from your computer. To do this, connect the projector to your computer using a USB cable.
Note: You cannot use the remote control's wireless mouse function when you use your projector's USB Type B port to project from a computer. However, you can use the Page Up and Page Down buttons to move through a presentation.
1. In the projector's Extended menu, set the USB Type B setting to Wireless Mouse.
2. Connect the USB cable to your projector's USB TypeB port.
1 USB TypeB port
3. Connect the other end to any available USB port on your computer.
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4. 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 references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu Projector Parts - Remote Control
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 Audio port that corresponds to the Computer port you are using.
1 Audio1 or Audio2 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 a Component-to-VGA Video Source Connecting to a Composite Video Source Connecting to an S-Video Video Source Connecting to a Video Source for Sound
Parent topic: Projector Connections
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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.
1. Make sure the projector and your video source are turned off.
2. Connect the HDMI cable to your video source's HDMI output port.
3. Connect the other end to the projector's HDMI port.
1 HDMI port
Parent topic: Connecting to Video Sources
Connecting to a Component-to-VGA Video Source
If your video source has component video ports, you can connect it to the projector using a component­to-VGA video cable. Depending on your component ports, you may need to use an adapter cable along with a component video cable.
1. Make sure the projector and your video source are turned off.
2. Connect the component connectors to your video source's color-coded component video output ports, usually labelled Y, Pb, Pr or Y, Cb, Cr. If you are using an adapter, connect these connectors to your component video cable.
3. Connect the VGA connector to the projector's Computer port.
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1 Computer1 or Computer2 port
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
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. Make sure the projector and your video source are turned off.
2. Connect the cable with the yellow connector to your video source's yellow video output port.
3. Connect the other end to the projector's Video port.
1 Video port
Parent topic: Connecting to Video Sources
Connecting to an S-Video Video Source
If your video source has an S-Video port, you can connect it to the projector using an optional S-Video cable.
1. Make sure the projector and your video source are turned off.
2. Connect the S-Video cable to your video source's S-Video output port.
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3. Connect the other end to the projector's S-Video port.
1 S-Video port
Parent topic: Connecting to Video Sources
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. If you are projecting video using a Computer port, connect the projector to the video source using an
optional stereo mini-jack audio cable. If you are projecting video using the Video or S-Video port, connect the projector to the video source
using an optional stereo mini-jack adapter cable (with one 3.5 mm mini-plug and two RCA plugs).
1. Connect the audio cable to your video source's audio-out ports.
2. Do one of the following:
• Connect the other end of the cable to the projector's Audio port that corresponds to the
Computer port you are using for video.
• Connect the red and white plugs on the other end of the cable to the projector's L-Audio-R ports.
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1 Audio1 or Audio2 port 2 L-Audio-R ports
Parent topic: Connecting to Video Sources

Connecting to an External Computer Monitor

If you connected the projector to a computer using a Computer port, you can also connect an external monitor to the projector. This lets you see your presentation on the external monitor even when the projected image is not visible.
Note: Monitors that use a refresh rate less than 60 MHz may not be able to display images correctly.
1. Make sure your computer or video source is connected to the projector's Computer port. If there are two computer ports, make sure you use the Computer1 port.
2. Connect the external monitor's cable to your projector's Monitor Out port.
1 Monitor Out port
Parent topic: Projector Connections

Connecting to External Speakers

To enhance the sound from your presentation, you can connect the projector to external speakers with built-in amplifiers. You can control the volume using the projector's remote control.
Note: The projector's built-in speaker system is disabled when you connect external speakers.
1. Make sure your computer or video source is connected to the projector with both audio and video cables as necessary.
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2. Locate the appropriate cable to connect your external speakers, such as a stereo mini-jack-to-pin­jack cable, or another type of cable or adapter.
3. Connect one end of the cable to your external speakers as necessary.
4. Connect the stereo mini-jack end of the cable to your projector's Audio Out port.
1 Audio Out port
Parent topic: Projector Connections

Connecting a Microphone

You can connect a microphone to the projector's Mic port to provide audio support during presentations (PowerLite 95/96W/905/915W/1835).
Note: If you connect a condenser microphone with plug-in power support, turn on the Plug-in Power setting in the Extended menu.
1. Connect the microphone cable to the projector's Mic port.
2. Turn on the microphone, if necessary.
Parent topic: Projector Connections
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Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu

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
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 camera phone
• USB hard drive
• Multimedia storage viewer
• USB memory card reader
Note: Digital cameras or camera phones must be USB-mounted devices, not TWAIN-compliant devices. You can project slide shows from image files on a connected USB device or memory card reader.
Parent topic: Connecting to External USB Devices Related topics
Projecting a Slide Show
Connecting a USB Device or Camera to the Projector
You can connect your USB device or camera to the projector's USB Type A port and use it to project a slide show or presentation.
1. If your USB device came with a power adapter, plug the device into an electrical outlet.
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2. Connect the USB cable (or USB flash drive or USB memory card reader) into the projector's USB TypeA port shown below.
1 USB TypeA 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 Related topics
Projecting a Slide Show
Selecting the Connected USB Source
You can switch the projector's display to the source you connected to a USB Type A port.
1. Make sure the connected USB source is turned on, if necessary.
2. Press the USB button on the remote control.
3. Press the 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. Select Exit from any software running your slide show or presentation from the device.
2. Disconnect the USB device or camera from the projector.
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3. If the device has a power button, be sure to turn off and unplug the device.
Parent topic: Connecting to External USB Devices

Connecting to a Document Camera

You can connect a compatible Epson document camera to your projector's USB Type A port to project images viewed by the camera.
Note: You may be able to connect different Epson document camera models to your projector's Computer ports.
1. Locate the USB cable that came with the document camera.
2. Connect the USB cable to the projector's USB TypeA port.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the document camera's USB Type B port.
1 USB TypeA port
Parent topic: 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.
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1. Open the battery cover as shown.
2. Insert the batteries with the + and – ends facing as shown.
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3. Close the battery cover and press it down until it clicks into place.
Parent topic: Setting Up the Projector

Opening the Lens Cover

1. To open the projector's lens cover, slide the A/V Mute slide lever.
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2. To cover the lens or temporarily turn off the projected picture and sound, slide the A/V Mute slide cover closed.
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.
Wired Network Projection Wireless Network Projection Setting Up Projector Network E-Mail Alerts Setting Up Monitoring Using SNMP Controlling a Networked Projector Using a Web Browser Crestron RoomView Support

Wired Network Projection

You can send images to your projector through a wired network (PowerLite 95/96W/905/915W/1835). To do this, you connect the projector to your network, and then set up your projector and computer for network projection.
Note: With the PowerLite 93, you can monitor projector operations over a wired network, but not project images over the network.
After connecting and setting up the projector as described here, install the network software from the Epson Projector Software for Meeting & Presentation CD-ROM on your computer. Use the following software and documentation to set up, control, and monitor network projection:
EasyMP Network Projection software sets up your computer for network projection (PowerLite
95/96W/905/915W/1835). See the EasyMP Network Projection Operation Guide installed from your projector CD for instructions.
EasyMP Monitor software (Windows only) lets you monitor and control your projector through the
network. You can download the latest software and documentation from the Epson web site. Go to
www.epson.com/support (U.S.) or www.epson.ca/support (Canada) and select your projector.
Connecting to a Wired Network Selecting Wired Network Settings
Parent topic: Using the Projector on a Network

Connecting to a Wired Network

To connect the projector to a wired local area network (LAN), use a 100BaseTX or 10BaseT network cable. To ensure proper data transmission, use a Category 5 shielded cable or better.
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1. Connect one end of the network cable to your network router.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the projector's LAN port.
1 LAN port
Parent topic: Wired Network Projection

Selecting Wired Network Settings

Before you can project from multiple computers on your network, you must select the network settings for the projector using its menu system.
Note: Make sure you already connected the projector to your wired network using the LAN port.
1. Turn on the projector.
2. Press the Menu button on the remote control.
3. Select the Network menu and press Enter.
4. Select Network Configuration and press Enter.
5. Select the Basic menu and press Enter. PowerLite 93
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6. 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.
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PJLink Password lets you enter a password up to 32 alphanumeric characters long for using the
PJLink protocol for projector control.
Web Control Password letsyou enter a password up to 8 alphanumeric characters long for
accessing the projector over the web.
Projector Keyword lets you turn on a security password to prevent access to the projector by
anyone not in the room with it. You must enter a displayed, randomized keyword from a computer using the EasyMP Network Projection software to access the projector.
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.
7. Select the Wired LAN menu and press Enter.
8. If necessary, select IP Settings and press Enter.
9. Select your IP Settings as necessary:
• If your network assigns addresses automatically, turn on the DHCP setting.
• If you must set addresses manually, turn off DHCP and enter the projector's IP Address, Subnet
Mask, and Gateway Address as needed.
Note: To highlight the numbers you want from the displayed keyboard, press the arrow buttons on
the remote control. To select a highlighted number, press Enter.
10. To prevent display of the IP address on the standby screen, turn off IP Address Display.
11. When you finish selecting settings, select Complete and follow the on-screen instructions to save your settings and exit the menus.
Parent topic: Wired Network Projection

Wireless Network Projection

You can send images to your projector through a wireless network (PowerLite 95/96W/905/915W/1835). To do this, you must install the optional Epson 802.11g/b/n wireless LAN module, and then set up your projector and computer for wireless projection.
There are two ways to connect the projector to your wireless network:
• Using the optional Epson Quick Wireless Connection USB key (Windows only)
• Configuring the connection manually using the projector's Network menus
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After installing the module and setting up the projector, install the network software from the Epson Projector Software for Meeting & Presentation CD on your computer. Use the following software and
documentation to set up, control, and monitor wireless projection:
EasyMP Network Projection software sets up your computer for wireless network projection. See the
EasyMP Network Projection Operation Guide installed from your projector CD for instructions.
EasyMP Monitor software (Windows only) lets you monitor and control your projector through the
network. You can download the latest software and documentation from the Epson web site. Go to
www.epson.com/support (U.S.) or www.epson.ca/support (Canada) and select your projector.
Installing the Wireless LAN Module Using Quick Wireless Connection (Windows Only) Selecting Wireless Network Settings Manually Selecting Wireless Network Settings in Windows Selecting Wireless Network Settings in Mac OS Setting Up Wireless Network Security
Parent topic: Using the Projector on a Network Related references
Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts

Installing the Wireless LAN Module

To use the projector over a wireless network, install the optional Epson 802.11g/b/n wireless LAN module (PowerLite 95/96W/905/915W/1835). Do not install any other type of wireless LAN module.
Caution: Never remove the module while its indicator light is green or flashing, or while you are projecting wirelessly. You may damage the module or lose data.
1. Turn off the projector and unplug the power cord.
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2. Slide the air filter cover latch and open the air filter cover.
3. Remove the screw securing the wireless LAN module stopper, then remove the stopper.
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4. Insert the wireless LAN module into the port.
5. Replace the wireless LAN module stopper and secure it using the screw you removed.
6. Close the air filter cover.
7. Plug in and turn on the projector.
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Parent topic: Wireless Network Projection Related references
Optional Equipment and Replacement Parts

Using Quick Wireless Connection (Windows Only)

You can use the optional Epson Quick Wireless Connection USB key to quickly connect the projector to a Windows computer wirelessly (PowerLite 95/96W/905/915W/1835). Then you can project your presentation and remove the key when you are done.
1. Turn on the projector.
2. Remove the USB key.
3. Now connect the USB key to a USB port on your computer or notebook.
Note: In Windows Vista, if you see the AutoPlay window, select Run LaunchU3.exe, then select Allow on the next screen.
4. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the Quick Wireless Connection driver. Note: If you see a Windows Firewall message, click Yes to disable the firewall. After a few minutes, your computer image is displayed by the projector. If it does not appear, press
the LAN button on your projector remote control or restart your computer.
5. Run your presentation as necessary.
6. When you finish projecting wirelessly, remove the USB key from your computer.
Note: You may need to restart your computer to reactivate your wireless interface.
Parent topic: Wireless Network Projection

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.
1. Turn on the projector.
2. Press the Menu button on the remote control.
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3. Select the Network menu and press Enter.
4. Select Network Configuration and press Enter.
5. Select the Basic menu and press Enter.
6. 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.
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PJLink Password lets you enter a password up to 32 alphanumeric characters long for using the
PJLink protocol for projector control.
Web Control Password letsyou enter a password up to 8 alphanumeric characters long for
accessing the projector over the web.
Projector Keyword lets you turn on a security password to prevent access to the projector by
anyone not in the room with it. You must enter a displayed, randomized keyword from a computer using the EasyMP Network Projection software to access the projector.
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.
7. Select the Wireless LAN menu and press Enter.
8. Select the settings on the Wireless LAN menu as necessary for your network.
9. 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.
Wireless LAN Menu Settings
Parent topic: Wireless Network Projection
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Wireless LAN Menu Settings
Note: See your projector's EasyMP Network Projection Operation Guide for details on selecting these
settings.
Setting Options Description Wireless LAN Power On Turns on wireless LAN support
Connection Mode Quick Selectsthe type of wireless
Channel 1ch In Quick connection mode,
Off
Advanced
6ch 11ch
connection: Quick: lets you quickly connect
to one computer or use the optional Epson Quick Wireless Connection USB key to connect
Advanced: lets you connect to multiple computers via a wireless network access point
selects the frequency band (channel) used by the wireless LAN
Wireless LAN Sys. 802.11b/g Sets the type of wireless LAN
802.11b/g/n
system the projector is connecting to
SSID Auto Setting On Turns on automatic SSID
Off
searching in Quick connection mode; set to Off when connecting to multiple projectors at the same time
SSID Up 32 alphanumeric characters Sets the SSID (network name) of
the wireless LAN system the projector is connecting to
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Setting Options Description IP Settings DHCP (On or Off) Selects DHCP if your network
IP Address Subnet Mask Gateway Address
SSID Display On Selects whether to display the
Off
IP Address Display On Selects whether to display the IP
Off
Parent topic: Selecting Wireless Network Settings Manually

Selecting Wireless Network Settings in Windows

Before connecting to the projector, select the correct wireless network on your computer.
1. To access your wireless utility software, 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).
assigns addresses automatically, or turns off DHCP so you can enter the network's IP address, subnet mask, and gateway address as needed
SSID on the network standby screen
address on the network standby screen
• If your projector is configured for Quick mode, select the SSID you assigned to the projector.
3. Click Connect.
Parent topic: Wireless Network Projection

Selecting Wireless Network Settings in Mac OS

Before connecting to the projector, select the correct wireless network on your Macintosh.
1. Click the AirPort icon on the menu bar at the top of the 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 SSID you assigned to the projector.
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Parent topic: Wireless Network Projection

Setting Up Wireless Network Security

You can set up security for your projector to use on the wireless network (PowerLite 95/96W/905/915W/1835). Set up one of the following security options to match the settings used on your network:
• WEP encryption
• WPA security
Note: Check with your network administrator for guidance on entering the correct information.
1. Press the Menu button on the remote control.
2. Select the Network menu and press Enter.
3. Select Network Configuration and press Enter.
4. Select the Security menu and press Enter.
5. Select the security settings as necessary to match your network settings.
6. When you finish selecting settings, select Complete and follow the on-screen instructions to save your settings and exit the menus.
Wireless Security Menu Settings
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Parent topic: Wireless Network Projection
Wireless Security Menu Settings
Settings on the Security menu let you select the type of security and security settings that match the network you are connecting the projector to.
Setting Options Description Security WEP and WPA types available Selects the type of security used
WEP Encryption 128Bit For WEP security, selects the
Format ASCII For WEP security, selects the
Key ID 1 to 4 For WEP security, selects the
Encryption Key 1 to Various characters depending on For the selected WEP Key ID Encryption Key 4
on the wireless network
64Bit
HEX
type of encryption coding
encryption input method:
ASCII: enables text input HEX: enables hexadecimal input
WEP encryption key ID
selected WEP Encryption and setting, enter the key used for Format settings WEP encryption:
128 bit ASCII: 13 alphanumeric characters
128 bit HEX: 26 characters (0 to 9 and A to F)
64 bit ASCII: 5 alphanumeric characters
64 bit HEX: 10 characters (0 to 9 and A to F)
Authentication Type Open For WEP security, selects the
Shared
type of WEP authentication used
PSK Various keys from 8 to 32 For WPA-PSK or WPA-2-PSK
characters security, selects the pre-shared
key used on the network
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Parent topic: Setting Up Wireless Network Security

Setting Up Projector Network E-Mail Alerts

You can set up the projector to send you an e-mail alert over the network if there is a problem with the projector.
1. Press the Menu button on the remote control.
2. Select the Network menu and press Enter.
3. Select Network Configuration and press Enter.
4. Select the Mail menu and press Enter. PowerLite 93
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5. Turn on Mail Notification.
6. Enter the IP address for the SMTP Server option. Note: Do not use these addresses: 127.x.x.x or 224.0.0.0 through 255.255.255.255 (where x is a
number from 0 to 255).
7. Select a number for the SMTP server Port Number, from 1 to 65535 (default is 25).
8. Choose an Address field, enter the e-mail address, and select the alerts you want to receive there. Repeat for up to three addresses.
Note: Your e-mail address can be up to 32 alphanumeric characters long.
9. When you finish selecting settings, select Complete and follow the on-screen instructions to save your settings and exit the menus.
Note: If a critical problem causes the projector to shut down, you may not receive an e-mail alert.
Network Projector E-mail Alert Messages
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Network Projector E-mail Alert Messages

When a problem occurs with a networked projector, and you selected to receive e-mail alerts, you receive an e-mail containing the following information:
EPSON Projector on the subject line
• The name of the projector experiencing a problem
• The IP address of the affected projector
• Detailed information about the problem
Note: If a critical problem causes a projector to shut down, you may not receive an e-mail alert. Parent topic: Setting Up Projector Network E-Mail Alerts

Setting Up Monitoring Using SNMP

Network administrators can install SNMP (Simple Network Management Protocol) software on network computers so they can monitor projectors. If your network uses this software, you can set up the projector for SNMP monitoring.
1. Press the Menu button on the remote control.
2. Select the Network menu and press Enter.
3. Select Network Configuration and press Enter.
4. Select the Others menu and press Enter. PowerLite 93
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5. Enter up to two IP addresses to receive SNMP notifications, using 0 to 255 for each address field. Note: Do not use these addresses: 127.x.x.x or 224.0.0.0 through 255.255.255.255 (where x is a
number from 0 to 255).
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6. If your network environment uses an AMX controller, turn on the AMX Device Discovery setting to allow the projector to be detected.
7. If your network environment uses a Crestron RoomView controller, turn on the RoomView setting to allow the projector to be detected.
8. When you finish selecting settings, select Complete and follow the on-screen instructions to save your settings and exit the menus.
Parent topic: Using the Projector on a Network

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 6.0 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 connected to the network.
3. Type the projector's IP address into the browser's address box and press the computer's Enter key. You see the Web Control screen.
4. To select projector menu settings, select the name of the menu and follow the on-screen instructions to select settings.
5. To control the projection remotely, select the Web Remote option. You see this screen:
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1 Power button control 2 Selects Computer port source 3 Selects Video and HDMI port sources 4 Freeze button control 5 A/V Mute button control 6 Page Up and Page Down button controls 7 Searches for sources 8 Selects the network source 9 Selects the USB Display or USB device source 10 Volume button controls
6. Select the icon corresponding to the projector function you want to control.
Parent topic: Using the Projector on a Network

Crestron RoomView Support

If you are using the Crestron RoomView network monitoring and control system, you can set up your projector for use on the system (PowerLite 93/95/96W/905/915W/1835). Crestron RoomView lets you control and monitor your projector using a web browser.
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Note: You cannot use the Epson Web Control feature or the Message Broadcasting plug-in for EasyMP
Monitor when you use Crestron RoomView. For additional information on Crestron RoomView, contact Crestron.
Setting Up Crestron RoomView Support Controlling a Networked Projector Using Crestron RoomView
Parent topic: Using the Projector on a Network

Setting Up Crestron RoomView Support

To set up your projector for monitoring and control using a Crestron RoomView system, make sure your computer and projector are connected to the network. If you are connecting wirelessly, set up the projector using the Advanced network connection mode.
1. Press the Menu button on the remote control.
2. Select the Network menu and press Enter.
3. Select Network Configuration and press Enter.
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5. Set the RoomView setting to On to allow the projector to be detected.
6. When you finish selecting settings, select Complete and follow the on-screen instructions to save your settings and exit the menus.
7. Turn off the projector, then turn it on again to enable the RoomView setting.
Parent topic: Crestron RoomView Support

Controlling a Networked Projector Using Crestron RoomView

Once you have set up your projector to use Crestron RoomView, you can control and monitor projection using a compatible web browser.
1. Start your web browser on a computer connected to the network.
2. Type the projector's IP address into the browser's address box and press the computer's Enter key. You see this screen:
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3. Select the input source that you want to control in the Sources List box. You can scroll through available sources using the up and down arrows in the box.
4. To control projection remotely, click the on-screen buttons that correspond to the projector's remote control buttons. You can scroll through button options at the bottom of the screen.
Note: These on-screen buttons do not directly correspond to the projector's remote control buttons:
OK acts as the Enter button
Menu displays the Configuration menu
5. To view information about the projector, click the Info tab.
6. To change projector, Crestron, and password settings, click the Tools tab, select settings on the displayed screen, and click Send.
7. When you finish selecting settings, click Exit to exit the program.
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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 Adjusting the Image Height Image Shape Resizing the Image With the Zoom Ring Focusing the Image Using the Focus Ring Remote Control Operation Selecting an Image Source Projection Modes Image Aspect Ratio Color Mode Controlling the Volume With the Volume Buttons Projecting a Slide Show

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. Open the projector's lens cover.
2. Connect the power cord to the projector's power inlet.
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3. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet. The projector's power light turns orange. This indicates that the projector is receiving power, but is
not yet turned on. Note: With Direct Power On turned on, the projector turns on as soon as you plug it in.
4. Press the power button on the projector or the remote control to turn on the projector. The projector beeps and the power light flashes green as the projector warms up. After about five
seconds, the power light stops flashing and turns green. 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:
• Turn on the connected computer or video device.
• Insert a DVD or other video media, and press the Play button (if necessary).
• Press the Source Search button on the projector or remote control to detect the video source.
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu

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: Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector. Lamp life will vary depending upon mode selected, environmental conditions, and usage. Brightness decreases over time.
1. Press the power button on the projector or the remote control. The projector displays a shutdown confirmation screen.
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2. Press the power button again. (To leave it on, press any other button.) The projector beeps twice, the lamp turns off, and the power light turns orange.
Note: With Epson's Instant Off technology, there is no cool-down period so you can pack up the projector for transport right away.
3. To transport or store the projector, make sure the power light is orange (but not flashing), then unplug the power cord.
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Caution: To avoid damaging the projector or lamp, never unplug the power cord when the power
light is green or flashing orange.
4. Close the projector's lens cover.
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features

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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Note: The Network menu does not appear on non-network projector models.
4. Press the down arrow button to 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.
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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.
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 Related concepts
Image Shape
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Related references
Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu

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.
Correcting Image Shape With Quick Corner Correcting Image Shape With the Keystone Buttons
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features

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.
1. Turn on the projector and display an image.
2. Press the Menu button.
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4. Select the Keystone setting and press Enter.
5. Select the Quick Corner setting and press Enter. You see the Quick Corner adjustment screen.
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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

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.
1. Turn on the projector and display an image.
2. Press a keystone button on the projector's control panel.
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 using the
Keystone settings in the projector menus.
Parent topic: Image Shape Related references
Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu

Resizing the Image With the Zoom Ring

1. Turn on the projector and display an image.
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.
2. To sharpen the image focus, rotate the projector’s focus ring.
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Remote Control Operation

The remote control lets you control the projector from almost anywhere in the room, up to 19.7 feet (6 m) away. 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 angles listed here.
1 30º 2 19.7 feet (6 m)
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 Using the Remote Control as a Presentation Pointer
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features Related tasks
Replacing the Remote Control Batteries
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Using the Remote Control as a Wireless Mouse

You can use the projector's remote control as a wireless mouse so you can control your computer presentation from a distance.
Note: You cannot use the remote control's wireless mouse function when you use your projector's USB Type B port to project video. However, you can use the Up and Down Page buttons to move through a presentation.
1. Connect the projector to a computer using the projector's Computer or HDMI port.
2. Using a USB cable, connect the projector's USB TypeB port to a USB port on your computer (for wireless mouse support).
3. Press the Menu button, select the Extended menu, and select Wireless Mouse as the USB Type B setting.
4. Start your presentation.
5. Use the following buttons on the remote control to control your presentation:
• To move through PowerPoint slides, press the Up and Down Page buttons.
• To move the cursor on the screen, use the arrow buttons.
• To left-click, press the Enter button once (press it twice to double-click).
• To right-click, press the Esc button.
• To drag-and-drop, hold the Enter button as you move the cursor with the arrow buttons, then
release Enter at the destination.
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Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu

Using the Remote Control as a Presentation Pointer

You can use the projector's remote control as a pointer to help you call out important information during a presentation. 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.
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Related references
Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu

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 Play (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.
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• 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 select the other source.
1 Computerport sources 2 Videoand HDMI sources 3 USBport sources (computer display and external devices) 4 Networksource (PowerLite 93/95/96W/905/915W/1835)
4. If you see a blank screen or a "No Signal" message, try the following:
• Check that the device cables are securely connected to the projector and the device.
• Make sure the projector is turned on and its lens cover is open.
• For laptop computers, make sure you have set up your laptop to output its display properly.
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.
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Rear/Ceiling flips the image over top-to-bottom and horizontally to project from the ceiling and the
rear. You can change the projection mode using the remote control or by changing a menu setting.
Changing the Projection Mode Using the Remote Control Changing the Projection Mode Using the Menus
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Changing the Projection Mode Using the Remote Control

You can change the projection mode to flip the image over top-to-bottom.
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.
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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.
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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
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Image Quality Settings - Image Menu

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.
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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.
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Aspect ratio setting Description Auto Automatically sets the aspect ratio according to the input signal. Normal Displays images using the full projection area and maintains the
4:3 Displays images using the full projection area at 4:3 aspect ratio. 16:9 Converts the aspect ratio of the image to 16:9.
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aspect ratio of the image.
Aspect ratio setting Description Auto Automatically sets the aspect ratio according to the input signal. Normal Displays images using the full projection area and maintains the
aspect ratio of the image.
16:9 Converts the aspect ratio of the image to 16:9. Full Displays images using the full width of the projection area, but does
not maintain the aspect ratio.
Zoom Displays images using the full width of the projection area and
maintains the aspect ratio of the image.
Native Displays images as is (aspect ratio and resolution are maintained).
Note: The Auto aspect ratio setting is available only for HDMI image sources.
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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
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features Related references
Image Quality Settings - Image Menu

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.
3. Press the Color Mode button on the remote control to change the Color Mode.
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The image quality 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 Mode Description Presentation Best for color presentations in a bright room Dynamic Best for projecting in a bright room Theatre Best for movies projected in a dark room Sports Best for television images in a bright room sRGB Best for standard sRGB computer displays Blackboard Best for presentations onto a green chalkboard (adjusts the colors
Whiteboard Best for presentations onto a whiteboard (adjusts the colors
Photo Best for still images projected in a bright room
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Image Quality Settings - Image Menu

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.
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3. Select the Image menu and press Enter.
4. Select the Auto Iris setting and select On.
5. Press Menu or Esc to exit the menus.
Parent topic: Color Mode

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.
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2. To lower or raise the volume, press the Volume buttons on the remote control or these buttons on
the control panel.
A volume gauge appears on the screen.
3. To set the volume to a specific level for an input source, you can set the volume using a projector
menu.
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features Related references
Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu

Projecting a Slide Show

You can use your projector's Slideshow feature whenever you connect a USB device that contains compatible image files. This lets you quickly and easily display a slide show or presentation, and control it using the projector's remote control.
Slideshow Presentations Supported Slideshow File Types Starting a Slide Show or Presentation
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USB Device Projection
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Connecting a USB Device or Camera to the Projector

Slideshow Presentations

Your projector's Slideshow feature lets you do the following:
• Display individual images
• Present a slide show of all images in a folder
Parent topic: Projecting a Slide Show

Supported Slideshow File Types

You can project these types of files using the projector's Slideshow feature. Note: For best results, place your files on media that is formatted in FAT16/32.
File contents File type Details
(extension)
Image .jpg Make sure the file is not:
• CMYK format
• Progressive format
• Highly compressed
• Above 8192 × 8192 resolution .bmp Make sure the file resolution is not above 1280 × 800 .gif Make sure the file is not:
• Above 1280 × 800 resolution
• Animated .png Make sure the file resolution is not above 1280 × 800
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Starting a Slide Show or Presentation

After connecting a USB device to the projector, you can switch to the USB input source and start your slide show or presentation.
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Note: You can change the Slideshow 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 Slideshow screen appears.
2. If you need to display files in a subfolder on your device, press the arrow buttons to highlight the folder and press the Enter button.
3. Do one of the following to start your slide show or presentation:
• 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.
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 on the remote control.
• To move back up a folder level on your device, highlight Back to Top and press Enter.
• To view additional images in a folder, highlight Next page or Previous page and press Enter.
5. To stop the display, follow the on-screen instructions or press the Esc button.
Slideshow Display Options
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Disconnecting a USB Device or Camera From the Projector
Slideshow Display Options
You can select these display options when using the projector's Slideshow feature.
Option Available settings Description Display order Name order Displays files in name order
Date order Displays files in date order
Sort Order In Ascending Sorts files in first-to-last order
In Descending Sorts files in last-to-first order
Continuous Play On Displays a slide show continuously
Off Displays a slide show one time through
Screen switching No Does not display the next file automatically time
1Sec. to 60Sec. Displays files for the selected time (in
seconds) and switches to the next file automatically
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Option Available settings Description Effect Wipe Transitions between images with a wipe effect
Dissolve Transitions between images with a dissolve
effect
Random Transitions between images using a random
variety of effects
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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 Creating a User Pattern to Display

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.
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 A/V Mute again.
Note: You can also stop projection using the A/V Mute slide lever on the projector. Parent topic: Adjusting Projector Features
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Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu

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.
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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.
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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 up to four times.
• 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.
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Projector Security Features

You can secure your projector to prevent theft or 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
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Installing a Security Cable
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Password Security Types

You can set up these types of password security using one shared password:
Power On Protect password prevents anyone from using the projector without first entering a
password.
User's Logo Protect 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 Protect password prevents anyone from changing the network settings in the projector
menus (PowerLite 93/95/96W/905/915W/1835).
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.
1. Hold down the Freeze button on the remote control until you see the Password Protect menu. This takes about five seconds.
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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. 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 Password Protect menu.
7. Make a note of the password and keep it in a safe place in case you forget it.
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Selecting Password Security Types
After setting a password, you see the Password Protect menu. Select the password security types you want to use.
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If you do not see this menu, hold down the Freeze button on the remote control for five seconds until the menu appears.
1. To prevent unauthorized use of the projector, select Power On Protect, press Enter, select On, and press Esc.
2. To prevent changes to the User's Logo screen or related display settings, select User's Logo
Protect, press Enter, select On, and press Esc.
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3. To prevent changes to network settings, select Network Protect, press Enter, select On, and press Esc (PowerLite 93/95/96W/905/915W/1835).
You can attach the Password Protect sticker to the projector as an additional theft deterrent. Note: Be sure to keep the remote control in a safe place; if you lose it, you will not be able to enter the
password required to use the projector.
Parent topic: Password Security Types
Entering a Password to Use the Projector
If a password is set up and a Power On Protect password is enabled, you see a prompt to enter a password whenever you turn on the projector.
You must enter the correct password to use the projector.
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1. Hold down the Num button on the remote control while you enter the password using the numeric buttons.
The password screen closes.
2. If the password is incorrect, the following may happen:
• You see a "wrong password" message and a prompt to try again. Enter the correct password to
proceed.
• If the password is incorrect three times, you see a message that the projector is locked and a
request code. Write down the code, then disconnect the power cord from the projector, reconnect it, turn the projector back on, and enter the password again.
• If the password is incorrect 30 times in a row, the projector remains locked. You must contact
Epson for service and provide the request code displayed with the locking message.
Parent topic: Password Security Types
Saving a User's Logo Image to Display
You can transfer an image to the projector and then display it whenever the projector turns on. You can also display the image when the projector is not receiving an input signal or when you temporarily stop projection (using the A/V Mute feature). This transferred image is called the User's Logo screen.
The image you select as the User's Logo can be a photo, graphic, or company logo, which is useful in identifying the projector's owner to help deter theft. You can prevent changes to the User's Logo by setting up password protection for it.
1. Display the image you want to project as the User's Logo from a connected computer or video source.
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