Epson Powerlite 715c Multimedia Projector Users Guide

22Using the Projector6. Do one of the following:

If you’re presenting without a computer, you may see the 
EasyMP main screen. Use the 
Enter button on the remote 
control to select your presentation, then press 
Enter to start 
it. See Chapter 5 for more information. 
If a presentation starts automatically, you may need to press 
Enter to change slides. 

If you’re using a computer, turn it on or restart it. In a few 
moments, you should see your computer display projected. If 
you see an EasyMP screen...

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Press the Source button on top of the projector to select the 
correct source. (Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up 
after pressing the button.)
If you’re using a PowerBook:
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 and Sound.
2. Click the Arrange icon.
3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other. 
If this option isn’t...

24Using 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   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 card, you...

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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 33 
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....

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Adjusting the Image Shape
If the projected image isn’t square 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 smaller....

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Shutting Down the Projector
When you’ve finished using the projector, follow the recommended 
procedure to shut it down. This extends the life of the lamp and 
protects the projector from possible overheating. 
1. If you’re using a computer, shut it down first.
2. To turn off the projector, press the red 
Power button on the 
projector or remote control. You see a confirmation message. (If 
you don’t want to turn it off, press any other button.)
3. Press the 
Power button again. The...

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Using the Remote Control29
Using the Remote Control
The remote control lets you access your projector’s features from 
anywhere in the room—up to 30 feet away. You can use it to turn 
the projector on and off, zoom in on a portion of your image, and 
highlight your presentation. 
You can also use the remote control for EasyMP presentations without 
a computer. See Chapter 5 for more information about EasyMP.
If you’re using a computer and you’ve connected the mouse cable (as 
described in Chapter 1 or...

30Using the Remote Control
Turning On and Using the Remote 
Control
Before using the remote control, you need to install its batteries and 
turn it on as described below. 
Installing Batteries 
Follow these steps to install or replace the batteries:
1. Press the tab to release the 
battery compartment cover.
2. Remove the cover and insert 
the two AA batteries included 
with the projector as shown.
3. Replace the battery 
compartment cover.
Turning On the Remote Control
Make sure batteries are installed....

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Using the Remote Control
When using the remote control, stand within 30 feet of the projector. 
Point the remote control either at the front or back of the projector or 
at the screen (the projector’s front sensor can detect signals bounced 
off the screen). 

Press the button for the function you want to use. See the 
following pages for instructions.

For some functions, you need to use the Enter button like a 
mouse to navigate on the screen. Press the edge of the button...