Epson Powerlite 74c Multimedia Projector Users Guide

Using the Projector31
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. 
■If you’re projecting from a laptop,...

32Using the Projector
If you’re using a Macintosh laptop with OS 9.x or 
earlier:
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, if...

Using the Projector33
Adjusting the Image
Once you see your image, you’ll need to make certain adjustments:
■To focus or zoom your image, see below. 
■If the image is too high or too low, you can reposition it. 
See page 34.
■If the image isn’t square, see page 35.
■To change the color mode for your image and surroundings, see 
page 36.
■If a computer image displays incorrectly, see page 37.
You can make many other adjustments to the image—such as 
changing the brightness, contrast, and aspect...

34Using the ProjectorYou can also change the image size by moving the projector closer to 
or farther away from the screen. You can use the 
E-Zoom buttons on 
the remote control to zoom in on a portion of the image. See page 42 
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. Stand behind the projector. Press the blue foot release levers on 
each side and lift the front of the projector. This unlocks the feet.
2. Once...

Using the Projector35
Adjusting the Image Shape
The projector automatically corrects images that are distorted when 
the projector is tilted up or down (up to a 15° tilt). The Keystone 
window appears on the screen while the projector makes the 
correction. If the projected image still 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...

36Using the Projector
Adjusting the Brightness
The brightness of an image depends on the source you are projecting 
and the amount of light in the room. If the image is too bright or not 
bright enough, here are two ways you can adjust it:
■Change the Brightness setting in the Image menu. See page 49.
■Select Low or High for the Brightness Control option in the 
Advanced menu. (See page 54.) Low brightness mode extends the 
life of the lamp and decreases the fan noise.
Adjusting the Color Mode
You may...

Using the Projector37
To change the color mode, press the Color Mode button on the 
remote control until you see the mode you want. The currently 
selected setting appears in the upper right corner of the screen. You 
can also use the projector menu system to select the Color Mode in 
the Image menu (see page 49).
Correcting Computer Images
If you’ve connected a computer and the image doesn’t look right, or it 
doesn’t fit properly on the screen, press the 
Auto button on the 
remote control. This...

38Using the Projector3. Press the P 
Power button again. The lamp is turned off and the 
power light flashes orange for about 20 seconds as the projector 
cools down. When the projector has cooled, the light stays orange 
and the exhaust fan shuts off.
If you want to turn the projector on again, wait until the orange 
light stops flashing. Then press the P 
Power button.
4. Retract the front feet as shown.
5. Replace the lens cap and unplug the power cord.
6. Turn off and disconnect any equipment plugged...

Using the Remote Control39
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Using the Remote Control
The remote control lets you access your projector’s features from 
anywhere in the room—up to 20 feet away. For example, you can turn 
the projector on and off, freeze the presentation, zoom in on a portion 
of your image, and access the menu system. (The projector menus let 
you adjust many projector settings; see Chapter 4.)
If you’re using a computer and you’ve connected the mouse cable 
as described in Chapter 1, you can use the remote control as...

40Using the Remote Control
Removing the Battery Tape
Before using the remote control, pull out the tape from the battery 
tray as shown below.
When the battery power runs low, you can replace it as described on 
page 44.
Storing the Remote Control
Most of the projector’s features can be accessed only with the remote 
control. To prevent losing it, store it in the projector’s remote control 
storage compartment when you are not using it.
Tape
Open the door to the 
remote control tray
Then place the remote...