PowerLite® S27/X27/X29/W29
Quick Setup
Before using the projector, make sure you read the safety instructions in the
online User’s Guide.
Note: Your product may differ from the illustrations on this sheet, but the
instructions are the same.
Connect the projector
Choose from the following connections. See the sections below or the online
User’s Guide for details.
Computer
Camera, USB device, or Epson DC-06 document
camera
Connect a digital camera, USB flash drive, USB storage device, or Epson DC-06
document camera to the projector’s USB-A (flat) port.
USB cable
If you connect a digital camera, USB flash drive, or USB storage device, you can
use the projector’s PC Free feature. You can also connect other Epson document
cameras to the projector. See the online User’s Guide for details.
USB cable
HDMI cable
VGA cable
Audio cable
USB port
Connect the square end of a USB cable to the projector’s USB-B (square) port.
Connect the flat end of the cable to any USB port on your computer.
®
Windows
instructions to install the Epson® USB Display software (EMP_UDSE.EXE; only
on first connection). If the software screen does not display automatically, open
My Computer or Computer, then double-click EPSON_PJ_UD.
OS X 10.5.8 or higher: After turning on the projector, the setup folder for USB
Display appears in the Finder. Double-click USB Display Installer and follow
the on-screen instructions to install the Epson USB Display software (only on
first connection).
Computer port
Connect one end of a VGA cable to the projector’s Computer1 or Computer2
port, and the other end to your computer’s monitor port. If you are using
a laptop, switch it to external display (see “Troubleshooting”). You can also
connect an audio cable.
XP or later: After turning on the projector, follow the on-screen
External monitor and external speakers
You can also connect an external monitor or external speakers to your projector
to enhance your presentations. See the online User’s Guide for details.
Turn on your equipment
Turn on your computer or video source.
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Plug in the projector. The power light on the projector turns blue.
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Open the A/V Mute slide all the way.
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HDMI port
Connect one end of an HDMI cable to the projector’s HDMI port and the other
end to an HDMI port on your computer.
Wired network
You can connect the projector to your network using an Ethernet cable
(PowerLite X27/X29/W29).
See “Project over a wired network” for instructions.
Video device
Connect multiple video devices and use the Source Search button on the
projector or remote control to switch between them.
S-Video cable
RCA video cable
Audio cable
Press the power button on the projector or remote control. The
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projector beeps, and the Status light flashes blue and then stays on.
Note: To shut down the projector, press the power button twice, then
unplug it. You don’t have to wait for the projector to cool down.
The default language of the menu system is English. To select another
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language, press the Menu button on the projector or remote control.
Select Extended and press . Select Language and press . Select
your language and press . Press the Menu button to exit the menu
system.
HDMI cable
Component video to VGA cable
Audio cable
Adjust the image
Using the remote control
If you don’t see an image, press the Source Search button on the
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projector or the remote control to select the image source.
Note: If you still see a blank screen or have other display problems, see
the troubleshooting tips on the back of this sheet.
To raise the image, press the foot release button and lift the front of the
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projector. Release the button to lock the foot in position.
PowerLite X27/X29/W29: Turn the zoom ring to enlarge or reduce the
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image.
PowerLite S27: Press the Wide button to enlarge the image, or the Tele
button to reduce it.
PowerLite
X27/X29/W29
Make sure the batteries are installed as shown (two AA batteries)
Turn projector
on and off
Access projector
menus
Turn off projector
display
Choose which source
to display
Navigate projector
menus
Get solutions to
common problems
PowerLite S27
Turn the focus ring to sharpen the image.
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If your image looks like or , you may have placed the projector
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off to one side of the screen at an angle. Place the projector directly in
front of the center of the screen, facing the screen squarely. If you can’t
move the projector, use the horizontal keystone slider to correct the
image.
For more information on using the remote control, see the online User’s
Guide.
Project wirelessly
Follow the steps here to connect the projector over a wireless network. You
will need the optional wireless LAN module (part number V12H418P12).
To install the wireless LAN module, first remove the screw as shown.
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Connect the wireless LAN module to the USB-A (flat) port.
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Your projector automatically adjusts images that look like or ,
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but if necessary you can press the or button on the projector to
correct it.
To configure your projector for wireless projection, do one of the
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following:
If you’re using the optional Quick Wireless Connection USB
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key (Windows only, part number V12H005M09), press the LAN
button on the remote control. When you see SSID and IP address
information on the screen, remove the wireless LAN module
and connect the key to the projector’s USB-A port. Look for the
displayed message, remove the key, and connect it to a USB port
on your computer. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the
driver, then reconnect the wireless LAN module to the projector’s
USB-A port. For details, see the online User’s Guide.
If you’re not using the key, continue with the steps on the next
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page.
Attach the wireless LAN module cover and secure it using the screw you
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removed.
Press the Menu button on the remote control, select the Network
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menu, and press .
To prevent the SSID and IP address from appearing on the network
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standby screen, set the SSID Display and IP Address Display settings
to Off.
When you’re finished selecting settings in the Wireless LAN menu, press
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Esc.
If you are connecting the projector to a secure network, select the
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Security menu and press . Then select settings and press Esc when
you’re finished.
Select Complete and press , then select Yes and press again to
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save your settings.
See “Install network software” for additional instructions.
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Project over a wired network (PowerLite X27/ X29/W29)
Choose Network Configuration and press .
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Select the Wireless LAN menu and press .
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Choose Connection Mode, press , select Quick (for a direct
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connection to a computer, tablet, or smartphone) or Advanced (for
a connection to a router or access point), then press again. When
you’re finished, press Esc to return to the Wireless LAN menu.
Follow the steps here to configure your projector for your wired network
using the projector’s menu system.
Plug in and turn on the projector.
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Press the Menu button on the remote control, select the Network
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menu, and press .
Select Network Configuration and press .
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Select the Basic menu and press .
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If you chose the Advanced connection mode, select SSID, press and
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enter your network name (SSID) on the screen that appears.
To select a number or character, use the arrow buttons on the
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remote control to highlight it, then press .
To switch between uppercase and lowercase letters, select CAPS
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and press .
To change the displayed symbols, select SYM1 or SYM2 and
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press .
Select the Projector Name setting and enter a name (up to 16
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characters long) to identify your projector over the network.
Use the displayed keyboard to enter characters. Press the arrow buttons
on the remote control to highlight the characters and press to select
them.
Note: See the online User’s Guide for information on adding passwords.
Select the Wired LAN menu and press .
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When you’re finished entering the SSID, select Finish and presss .
If you chose the Advanced connection mode, select IP Settings and
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press .
If your network assigns addresses automatically, turn on DHCP. If not,
turn off DHCP and enter the projector’s IP Address, Subnet Mask, and
Gateway Address, as needed.
To enter numbers, use the arrow buttons on the remote control to
highlight a number, then press the
entering an address, highlight Finish, then press . Press Esc.
button. When you’re finished
Choose IP Settings and press .
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If your network assigns addresses automatically, turn on the DHCP setting.
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If not, turn off the DHCP setting and enter the projector’s IP Address,
Subnet Mask, and Gateway Address, as needed. Then press Esc.
To prevent the IP address from appearing on the network standby screen,
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set the IP Address Display setting to Off.
When you are finished, select Complete and press , then press
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again to save your settings.
Press the Menu button to exit the menu system.
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Internet support
Visit epson.com/support (U.S.) or epson.ca/support (Canada) for solutions
to common problems. You can download utilities and documentation, get
FAQs and troubleshooting advice, or e-mail Epson.
Registration
Register today to get product updates and exclusive offers. You can use the CD
included with your projector or register online at epson.com/webreg.
See “Install network software” for additional instructions.
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Install network software
Computer
Install the EasyMP® Network Projection software on each computer that will
project over the network. Use the CD labeled Epson Projector Software to
install the program.
For instructions on installing and using your network software, click the icon
on your desktop to access the online EasyMP Network Projection Operation
Guide (requires an Internet connection). If you don’t see the EasyMP Network
Projection Guide icon, you can install it from the projector CD or go to the
Epson website, as described on the right.
To monitor and control your projector over the network, download and install
the EasyMP Monitor software and manual from the Epson support web site.
You can install a link to the downloads page from the projector CD or go to the
Epson website, as described on the right
Optional accessories
For a list of optional accessories, see the online User’s Guide.
You can purchase screens or other accessories from an Epson authorized
reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you
can purchase online at epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or epson.ca (Canadian
sales).
Mobile device
To project from an iOS or Android™ device, download
and install the Epson iProjection™ app. Visit
epson.com/projectorapp (U.S.) or
epson.ca/projectorapp (Canada) for more information.
Troubleshooting
If you see a blank screen or the No signal message after turning on your
computer or video device, check the following:
Make sure the Status light on the projector is blue and not flashing, and
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the A/V Mute slide is open.
Press the Source Search button on the projector or the remote control to
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switch to the correct image source, if necessary.
If you’re using a Windows laptop, press the function key on your
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keyboard that lets you display on an external monitor. It may be labeled
CRT/LCD or have an icon such as . You may have to hold down the
Fn key while pressing it (such as Fn + F7). Wait a moment for the display
to appear.
If you’re using a Mac laptop, open System Preferences and select
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Displays. Click the Arrangement tab, and select the Mirror Displays
checkbox.
Where to get help
Manual
For more information about using the projector, click the icons on your desktop
to access the online manuals (requires an Internet connection). If you don’t
have icons to the manuals, you can install them from the projector CD or go to
the Epson website, as described below.
Telephone support services
To use the Epson® PrivateLine® Support service, call (800) 637-7661. This service
is available for the duration of your warranty period. You may also speak with a
support specialist by calling (562) 276-4394 (U.S.) or (905) 709-3839 (Canada).
Support hours are 6
to 4 PM, Pacific Time, Saturday. Days and hours of support are subject to change
without notice. Toll or long distance charges may apply.
AM to 8 PM, Pacific Time, Monday through Friday, and 7 AM
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