Epson Powerlite 5500c Users Guide

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Connect the projector to an external speaker to amplify the 
audio.
Unpacking the Projector
When you unpack the projector, make sure you have all these 
components:
Projector
Remote control
2 AA batteries
Power cord
Projector video cable
Audio cable
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Audio/video (A/V) cable
Macintosh adapter set:
Macintosh desktop adapter
Macintosh monitor adapter
PS/2
® mouse cable (for the PC)
Mac mouse cable (for the Macintosh) 
Projector software CD-ROM
Hand strap
Soft carrying case
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Depending on the configuration of your equipment, you may not 
need all these components.
Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector in the 
future. Always transport the projector in its original packaging (or 
the equivalent) or use a carrying case if you are carrying the 
projector by hand. (See “Transporting the Projector” on page 115 
for instructions.)
Additional Components
Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need 
these additional components:
For complete control of the projector from your computer or to 
program enhanced special effects on the remote control, you 
need the optional ELP Link III set. You can purchase the set 
from your dealer or by calling EPSON Accessories at (800) 
873-7766
 (U.S. sales only).

To receive an S-Video signal, you will need an S-Video cable. 
(One is usually provided with your video device.) A separate 
cable is required for each video source.

To connect the projector to a Macintosh PowerBook, you need a 
video-out cable and an adapter. (One is provided by—or can be 
purchased from—Apple for all new PowerBooks that have 
video-out capability.) If your PowerBook does not include one, 
see your Macintosh dealer.
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							Attaching the Hand Strap
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To connect the projector to an external sound system, you need 
an RCA-to-3.5 mm stereo audio cable. You can obtain one from 
your computer dealer.

To use the remote control when the projector is not in 
line-of-sight of the remote, you need an optional infrared 
repeater. For more information, call (800) 843-5465 
or 
visit this 
web address: www.xantech.com
.

To connect a serial mouse cable to your computer, you may 
require a special connector, cable, or other components. You 
can obtain these items from your computer dealer. 

To protect your projector, you can connect a Kensington 
MicroSaver
® anti-theft device in the hole on the right side of the 
projector. Contact your local computer dealer.
Attaching the Hand Strap
1. Place the projector on its right side.
✦
Caution: Do not hold or lift the projector by the lens. This can 
damage the lens.
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2. Locate the slider button on the bottom front of the projector and 
slide the button up until the front strap connector is fully 
extended
.
3. Place one end of the strap through the front strap connector and 
and fasten the screw through the strap. 
front strap connector
slider button
screw
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4. Place the other end of the strap through the rear strap connector 
and fasten the screw.
Note: There is no slider button for the rear strap connector.    
Installing the Remote Control Batteries
You can use the remote control as a wireless mouse instead of your 
computer’s mouse to control your presentation. With the optional 
ELP Link III set, you can reconfigure the Effects buttons. Follow 
these steps to install the batteries in the remote control:
1. Slide off the battery compartment cover
.
rear strap connector
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2. Insert the two AA batteries included with the projector. Make 
sure the polarity of the batteries is correct.
3. Replace the battery compartment cover.
When replacing batteries, take the following precautions:
Do not mix old and new batteries.

Replace batteries as soon as they run out. If the batteries leak, 
wipe away battery fluid with a soft cloth. If fluid gets on your 
hands, wash them immediately.

Remove the batteries if you won’t be using the projector for a 
long period of time.
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Before You Connect the Projector
Before you begin, decide where you want to place the projector and 
computer or video source. Be sure to place the projector on a sturdy, 
level surface within five feet of the computer or video source. The 
distance between the projector and the screen determines the image 
size. Place the projector between 2.4 and 53.7 feet (0.8 and 16.4 
meters) away from the screen; use the table below to determine the 
proper distance. (For more precise calculations, see page 45.)
✦
Caution: Do not hold or lift the projector by the lens; this can 
damage the lens.Image size (diagonal)Horizontal distance from projector to screen
Minimum Maximum
300 inches (762 cm) 493.7 inches (12.6 m) 644.8 inches (16.4 m)
200 inches (508 cm) 328.1 inches (8.4 m) 428.8 inches (10.9 m)
100 inches (254 cm) 162.5 inches (4.2 m) 212.9 inches (5.4 m)
80 inches (203 cm)  129.4 inches (3.3 m) 169.7 inches (4.3 m)
60 inches (152 cm) 96.2 inches (2.5 m) 126.5 inches (3.2 m)
40 inches (102 cm) 63.1 inches (1.6 m) 83.3 inches (2.1 m)
30 inches (76 cm) 46.6 inches (1.2 m) 61.8 inches (1.6 m)
25 inches (64 cm) 38.3 inches (1.0 m) 51.0 inches (1.3 m)
19 inches (48 cm) 28.3 inches (0.8 m) 38.0 inches (1.0 m)
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Connecting to a Computer
You can connect the projector to a computer capable of XGA, VGA, 
or SVGA output. The PowerLite 7500C is also capable of projecting 
SXGA images. Resizing is supported by the projectors as follows:
PowerLite 5500C: VGA and XGA output 

PowerLite 7500C: VGA, SVGA, and SXGA output. 
The following types of computers are supported: 

IBM compatible desktop PC 

IBM compatible laptop PC 

Apple Macintosh desktop computer, including Macintosh 
Quadra,
® Macintosh Centris,
® and Power Macintosh

Any Apple PowerBook with video-out capability.
To connect the video and mouse cables (to use the wireless remote 
as a mouse pointer), see the section in this chapter that applies to 
your computer.
To connect the main, serial, and mouse cables to use the optional 
ELP Link III software, see Chapter 4.
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Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer
 
Before beginning, turn off the projector and computer if they are on.
1. Connect the projector video cable and monitor cable.
Note: Computer configurations vary. See your computer 
manual for the location of the ports needed to connect your 
projector.
a. Connect either end of the projector video cable to the 
projector’s Computer In port.
b. Disconnect the computer monitor cable from the video port 
on the back of the computer, and connect the other end of 
the projector video cable to the computer’s video port.
monitor cable
projector video cable
Computer Out portComputer In port
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