Epson Powerlite 740c Multimedia Projector Users Guide

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■Some older PowerBooks® and Macintosh® desktop models may 
need the Macintosh desktop adapter set shown on page 37 
(available from Epson; see below.) Older iMac
® systems may need 
a special adapter to provide a VGA output port; see your 
computer dealer.
Optional Accessories 
To enhance your use of the projector, Epson provides the following 
optional accessories:  
You can purchase these accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. 
For product information and to find the nearest...

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Displaying and Adjusting 
the Image
Whether you’re presenting from a computer or video equipment, 
you need to follow some basic steps to display your image on the 
screen. 
Follow the guidelines in this chapter for: 
■Positioning the projector
■Turning the projector on and selecting the image source
■Troubleshooting display problems
■Adjusting the image
■Turning off the projector
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Positioning the Projector 
If the projector isn’t already installed in the room you’re using, you’ll 
probably want to place it on a table in front of the screen, as shown.  
This lets you stand in the front of the room, face the audience, and 
remain close enough to the equipment to be able to control it. Try to 
leave as much space as possible between the projector and the screen to 
get a good-size image. 
Use the figure below to help you determine placement. Image...

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Ideally, you should place the projector directly in front of the center of 
the screen, facing it toward the screen squarely. The base of the lens 
should be at about the level of the bottom of the screen.  
If you place the projector below screen level, you’ll have to tilt it up by 
extending the front adjustable foot. This causes the image to become 
“keystone” shaped, but you can correct the distortion by pressing the 
buttons on the projector. See page22 for...

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Projecting the Image
Make sure your projector and other equipment are set up as described 
on page 35. Then follow the instructions below to start the projector 
and display an image. 
Turning On the Projector
Turn on any connected computer or video equipment before starting 
the projector so it can automatically detect and display the image 
source. If you turn on the projector first, or have multiple pieces of 
connected equipment, you may have to select the image...

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3. Press the red PPower button on the remote control or on top of 
the projector. 
The projector beeps once and the 
Power light flashes green as the 
projector warms up, then an image begins to appear. When the 
Power light stops flashing and remains green, the projector is 
ready for use.  
4. If you’ve connected a Windows
®-based computer to the 
projector, you may see a New Hardware Wizard screen saying 
your computer has found a plug-and-play monitor; if so,...

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Troubleshooting Display Problems
Follow these guidelines if you’re having trouble displaying an image. 
You Can’t Project an Image
If you don’t see the image you are trying to project, try the following: 
■Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described 
beginning on page 35.
■Make sure the Power light is green and not flashing and the lens 
cap is off. 
■If you’ve connected more than one computer and/or video source, 
you may need to press the 
Source...

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■If the function key doesn’t permit you to display simultaneously 
on both screens, you should check your monitor settings to make 
sure both the LCD screen and the external monitor port are 
enabled. 
From the Control Panel, open the 
Display utility. In the Display 
Properties dialog box, click the 
Settings tab, then click 
Advanced. The method for adjusting the settings varies by 
brand; you may need to click a 
Monitor tab, then make sure the 
external Monitor...

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If you’re using OS 8.6 to OS 9.x:
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 option isn’t available, you may need to select one of the 
Simulscan resolution settings:
1. Click the 
Monitor icon. 
2. Select a...