Epson Powerlite 740c Multimedia Projector Users Guide

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Customizing Projector Features
You can use the Settings menu to lock the buttons on the projector, 
adjust audio volume, and customize several other features.
■Keystone 
Squares up the shape of the image after the projector has been 
tilted upward. If you notice lines or edges looking jagged after 
adjusting the shape, decrease the Sharpness setting (see page 48). 
■Auto Keystone
Automatically compensates for keystone distortion when the 
projector is tilted upward. This...

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■Volume
Raises or lowers the volume of the projector’s speaker.
■EasyMP Audio Out
The PowerLite 740c does not support EasyMP.
Using the Projector Security Features
To prevent unauthorized use of the projector, you can do the 
following:
■Assign a password; this can be disabled for a set period if you want 
to loan the projector to someone. 
■Create an identifying user logo that is displayed at startup and/or 
when the 
A/V Mute button is pressed. See page 55.
■Disable the...

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The default setting for the Password Protect function is OFF. Follow 
these steps to turn password protection on:
1. Press the 
Freeze button on the remote control for about five 
seconds.
You see this screen:
2. Use the   pointer button to set 
Power ON Protect to ON. 
Then press 
Enter.
3. Press 
Esc.
4. Select Password and press Enter.
5. When you see a message asking if you want to change the 
password, select 
Yes and press Enter.
6. Hold down the 
Num button on the...

54Fine-Tuning the ProjectorThe countdown for the elapsed time begins as soon as you close 
the Password Protect menu. (You can check the elapsed time in 
this menu next to 
Time elapsed.)
10. To enable your screen logo, select 
User’s Logo Protect and press 
Enter. Select ON and press Enter. 
When this feature is on, the logo appears whenever you turn on 
the projector (if the 
Startup Screen is enabled in the Extended 
menu; see page 55). It also appears when you press the A/V Mute 
button (if you...

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When you see the Password Protect Release screen again, you can try 
to enter the correct password.
If you enter an incorrect password 30 times in succession, the 
projector remains locked and you must contact Epson to unlock it. 
If you have forgotten the password, contact Epson with the request 
code number that appears in the Password Protect Release screen for 
assistance. See “Where To Get Help” on page 78.
Creating Your Own Startup Screen
You can transfer any image from...

56Fine-Tuning the Projector3. When you see a message asking whether you accept the present 
image as the user’s logo, select 
Yes and press Enter. A selection 
box displays over the image. 
4. Use the  pointer button to select the area of the image you 
want to use. Then press 
Enter.
5. When you see the message 
Select this Image?, highlight Yes 
and press 
Enter. 
6. Use the arrow buttons to select a zoom rate (display size) and press 
Enter.
7. When the message 
Save image as user’s logo? appears,...

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Disabling the Projector’s Buttons
When you enable the Operation Lock function, you can lock all the 
projector’s buttons except the 
Power button.
1. Press the 
Menu button, highlight the Setting menu, and press 
Enter.
2. Select 
Operation Lock and press the Enter button.
3. Select 
ON and press Enter.
4. Select 
Yes and press Enter to confirm the setting.
5. Press the 
Menu button to exit. 
Customizing Power and Operation
You can use the Extended menu to customize the way...

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■Projection 
Select Front (to project from the front of a screen and right side 
up), 
Front/Ceiling (when the projector is mounted upside-down 
from the ceiling), 
Rear (to project from behind onto a 
transparent screen), or 
Rear/Ceiling (to project from behind onto 
a transparent screen when the projector is mounted upside-down 
from the ceiling). 
■Operation
Enable Direct Power ON if you want to have the projector start 
when the power cable is connected (without pressing...

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Maintaining the Projector
Your projector needs little maintenance. All you have to do is keep 
the lens clean and periodically clean the air filters at the side and 
bottom of the projector. A clogged air filter can block ventilation 
needed to cool the projector.
The only parts you should replace are the lamp and air filter. If any 
other part needs replacing, contact your dealer or a qualified servicer.
This chapter covers the following:
■Cleaning the lens
■Cleaning the projector case
■Cleaning...

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Cleaning the Lens
Clean the lens whenever you notice dirt or dust on the surface.
Use a canister of compressed air to remove dust.
To remove dirt or smears on the lens, use lens-cleaning tissue. If 
necessary, moisten a soft cloth with lens cleaner and gently wipe the 
lens.
Cleaning the Projector Case
Before you clean the case, turn off the projector and unplug the power 
cord.
■To remove dirt or dust, wipe the case with a soft, dry, lint-free 
cloth.
■To remove stubborn dirt...