Epson Powerlite 713c Multimedia Projector Users Guide

Setting Up the Projector15
Connecting to Video Sources
You can connect a DVD player, VCR, camcorder, laser disc player, 
digital camera, or any other compatible video source to your projector.
The projector supports NTSC, PAL, and SECAM, and automatically 
detects the video format. 
A standard RCA A/V cable is included with the 
projector. If your video source also has an S-video 
jack (as shown with an S-video plug at the right), 
you can use it to provide a higher quality video image. However, 
you’ll...

16Setting Up the Projector
Connecting S-Video 
If your video source has an S-video jack, you can use it to project a 
higher quality video image. However, you’ll need an S-video cable, 
which may be included with your video source, or may be purchased.
Before starting, make sure the projector and your DVD player or 
other video source are turned off.
1. Insert one end of an S-video cable into the projector’s 
S-Video 
connector. 
2. Insert the other end into the S-video output port of your video...

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Using the Projector17
Using the Projector
Once you’ve set up the projector, you’re ready to turn it on, adjust 
the image, and give your presentation. 
Although you can operate the projector without it, the remote control 
lets you use additional features. See Chapter 3 for instructions on 
using the remote. This chapter covers the following:

Turning on the projector and other equipment

Adjusting the image

Shutting down the projector 

18Using the Projector
Turning On Your Equipment
Make sure your projector and other equipment are set up and 
connected correctly, as described in Chapter 1 or Appendix A. Then 
turn on your projector, as described below, followed by any 
equipment you’ve connected to it. You can turn on your computer 
and video equipment in any order, but if you have both a computer 
and video source connected, you may have to switch to the desired 
source as described on page 20. 
Turning On the Projector
Follow these...

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4. Squeeze the lens cap tabs and remove the lens cap.
5. Press the red 
Power button on top of the projector. 
The power light flashes green as the projector warms up, and the 
projection lamp comes on in about 30 seconds. The power light 
stays green. 
caution
Do not use the projector with 
the lens cap in place. The 
heat generated by the lens can 
damage the cap.
squeeze here
power light
Power 
button
warning
Never look into the lens when 
the lamp is on. This can 
damage your...

20Using the Projector6. Do one of the following:

If you’re using a computer, turn it on or restart it. In a few 
moments, you should see your computer display projected. 
(Windows
® only: If you see a message saying that it has found 
a plug-and-play monitor, click 
Cancel.) 

If you’re projecting a video, press the Source button on top 
of the projector to switch to your video source, and press the 
Play button on your DVD player or other device.
If a projected image fails to appear, see the next...

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If you’re using a Macintosh Laptop:
You may need to set up your system to display on the projector screen 
as well as the LCD screen. Follow these steps:
1. From the Apple menu, select 
Control Panels, then click 
Monitors or Monitors and Sound.
2. Click the Arrange icon.
3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other. 
If the 
Arrange icon isn’t available, you may need to select one of the 
Simulscan resolution settings:
1. Click the 
Monitor icon, if necessary. 
2. Select a...

22Using the Projector
If you’re using a PC laptop:

Hold down the Fn key and press the function key that lets you 
display on an external monitor. It may have an icon such as   
or it may be labelled 
CRT/LCD. Allow a few seconds for the 
projector to sync up after pressing it. Check your laptop’s manual 
or online help for details. 
On most systems, the   or 
CRT/LCD key lets you toggle 
between the LCD screen and the projector, or display on both at 
the same time. 

Depending on your computer’s video...

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Focusing and Zooming Your Image
Rotate the focus ring to sharpen the image.
Use the tab to rotate the lens ring and reduce or enlarge the image.
You can also change the image size by moving the projector closer to 
or farther away from the screen. You can use the 
E-Zoom button on 
the remote control to zoom in on a portion of the image. See page 31 
for instructions. 
Adjusting the Height of Your Image
If the image is too low, you can raise it by extending the projector’s feet. 
1....

24Using the Projector
Adjusting the Image Shape
If the projected image isn’t rectangular or has a “keystone” shape, do 
one or more of the following:

If your image looks like   or  , you’ve placed the 
projector off to one side of the screen, at an angle. Move it directly 
in front of the center of the screen, facing the screen squarely.

If your image looks like   or  , press the + or — side of 
the 
Keystone button to correct the shape of the image. After 
correction, your image will be slightly...