Epson Powerlite 7600p 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 HDTV, NTSC, PAL, and SECAM, and 
automatically detects the video format. (However, if you’re using a 
60-hertz PAL system, you’ll need to select 
PAL60 in the Video menu, 
as described on page 47.)
The projector can receive composite video, S-Video, and component 
video. You can connect one or more of these video sources at the same 
time. However, these sources share the same audio input port, so you 
can connect audio for only one of the sources (see page 19). 
The type of cable you use depends on whether you have composite 
video, S-Video, or component video.

For composite video, use the RCA video cable included with the 
projector. 

For S-Video, use the S-Video cable supplied with your video 
device or obtain one from your electronics dealer. 

For component video, you’ll need a VGA-to-3BNC cable. You 
can purchase this from EPSON; see page 8.
See the following illustration if you’re not sure which type of 
connectors you have.
Follow the instructions below for your type of connection.
note
The projector does not 
support TV antenna cable 
F-connectors.
S-Video
4-pin, mini-DINcomponent video
BNC connector composite video
RCA connector
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							16Setting Up the Projector
Connecting an RCA Video Cable
Before starting, make sure the projector and your DVD player or 
other video source are turned off.
1. Connect the yellow plug on one end of the RCA video cable to 
the projector’s 
Video jack. 
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the video-out jack on your 
video source.
To include sound in your presentation, connect the RCA audio cable 
as described on page 19.
RCA video cable
Video jack
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Connecting an S-Video Cable
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 can be purchased 
separately.
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 
source.
To include sound in your presentation, connect the RCA audio cable 
as described on page 19.
S-Video cable
S-Video connector
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							18Setting Up the Projector
Connecting a Component (BNC) Video Cable
If your video source has component (BNC) connectors, you can use 
them to project a higher quality video image. However, you’ll need a 
VGA-to-3BNC video cable, which is available from EPSON; see 
page 8.
Before starting, make sure the projector and your DVD player or 
other video device are turned off.
1. Connect the VGA end of the cable to the projector’s 
Computer 2/Component Video port. 
2. Connect the red, green, and blue leads at the opposite end of the 
cable to the corresponding connectors on your video source. 
3. If the image doesn’t display properly, you may need to change the 
BNC option in the projector’s Setting menu (see page 54).  
To include sound in your presentation, connect the RCA audio cable 
as described on page 19.   
BNC cable
Computer 2/
Component Video port
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Connecting the Audio Cable    
To include sound in your video presentation, you need to connect the 
RCA audio cable that came with your projector. If you’ve connected 
more than one video source, you can include sound for just one of the 
sources. (You can also include sound for your computer source; see 
page 14.)
1. Connect the RCA audio cable to the left and right 
Audio 2 jacks 
on the projector (insert the white plug into the 
L port and the red 
plug into the 
R port). 
2. Connect the plugs at the other end of the cable to the audio 
output jacks on your video source. 
RCA audio cable
Audio 2 jacks
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							20Setting Up the Projector
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Using the Projector21
Using the Projector
Once you’ve connected the projector to your computer or other 
equipment (as described in Chapter 1 or Appendix A), you’re ready to 
turn on the projector, 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

Controlling the projector

Shutting down the projector
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							22Using 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 more than one 
computer or video source connected, you may have to switch to the 
desired source as described on page 29. 
Turning On the Projector
Follow these steps to plug in and turn on the projector:
1. Connect one end of the power cord to the projector’s power inlet. 
2. Connect the other end to a grounded electrical outlet. 
The power light on the projector’s control panel turns orange, 
indicating that the projector is receiving power but not yet turned 
on.  
3. Remove the lens cap. 
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4. 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, and you may see a blue screen with the 
No Signal 
message displayed. This is normal. 
5. Do one of the following:

Turn on or restart your computer. In a few moments, you 
should see your computer display projected.
(Windows only: If you see a New Hardware Found message 
saying that it has found a plug-and-play monitor, click 
Cancel.) 

If you’re projecting a video, press the Play button on your 
video source.
If a projected image fails to appear, see the next section for help. 
Once you see your image, turn to page 26 for instructions on focusing 
and making other image adjustments. 
When you’re done with your presentation, shut down the projector as 
described on page 30. Shutting down the projector correctly prevents 
premature lamp failure and possible damage to the projector from 
overheating. 
Power
Power button
power light
warning
Never look into the lens when 
the lamp is on. This can 
damage your eyes, and is 
especially dangerous for 
children.
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							24Using the Projector
What To Do If You See a Blank Screen 
If you see a blank screen or a blue screen with the No Signal message 
after turning on your computer or video source, try the following:

Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described on 
page 12 (for laptops) or in Appendix A (for other systems).

Make sure the power light is green and not flashing and the lens 
cover is off. 

Try restarting your computer.

If you’ve conne cte d more t han one  computer and/or video source, 
you may need to press the 
Computer or Video 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. 
No Signal
click here
drag one monitor
icon on top of
the other
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