Epson Powerlite 765c Multimedia Projector Users Guide
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Using the Remote Control31 Controlling the Picture and Sound You can use the remote control to preview and select your picture sources, temporarily turn off the picture and sound, freeze the action, zoom in on the picture, and adjust the volume. Switching Between Picture Sources If your projector is connected to more than one computer and/or video source, you can switch between the different sources: ■The easiest way to select your source is to press the Search button on the remote control (or the Source Search button on the projector) repeatedly until you see the image you want on the screen. ■On the remote control, there are four Source buttons. Use them to switch between equipment connected to the port identified on each button, or to use EasyMP to project wirelessly or from a memory card. After you select a source, the screen goes dark for a moment before the image appears.
32Using the Remote Control Turning Off the Picture and Sound You can use the A/V Mute button on the remote control to turn off the image and sound. This feature is useful if you want to temporarily redirect your audience’s attention. ■To turn off the picture, press the A/V Mute button. The screen turns blue. ■To turn the image back on, press the button again. You can have the screen turn black when you press the A/V Mute button. You can also have an image, such as a company logo, display on the screen (see page 117). Stopping Action You can use the remote control to stop the action in your video or computer image. ■To stop the action and keep the current image on the screen, press the Freeze button. The sound continues. ■To restart it, press the Freeze button again. note This function pauses the image, but not the sound. Also, because the source continues to transmit signals, you won’t resume the action from the point you stopped it.
Using the Remote Control33 Zooming Part of Your Image You can zoom in on a portion of the image using the E-Zoom buttons on the remote control. 1. Press the E-Zoom button on the remote control. You see a crosshair indicating the center of the zoom-in area. 2. Use the pointer button to position the crosshair. 3. Continue pressing the E-Zoom button to enlarge the selected area up to 4 times. 4. While the image is enlarged, you can: ■Use the pointer button to move around the screen. ■Press the E-Zoom button to zoom out. 5. When done, press the ESC button to return the image to its original size. Controlling the Volume To change the volume, press the or button on the remote control or projector. You can also adjust the volume using the projector’s menu system. See page 114. note To temporarily shut off the sound and picture, press the A/V Mute button.
34Using the Remote Control Resizing Video images You can use the Resize button on the remote control to adjust how an image fits into the display area. For video images, press Resize to switch the aspect ratio between 4:3 and 16:9. This lets you play certain digital video images or movies recorded on certain DVDs in 16:9 widescreen format. For computer images, resizing is normally unnecessary, since the projector automatically resizes the image to make the best use of the display area. If you press the Resize button on the projector or remote control, the projector displays the image at the output resolution of the computer (which makes the image larger or smaller, depending on its resolution). If the resolution of the image is the same as the projector’s (1024 × 768), pressing Resize has no effect. Adjusting the Color Mode You can use the Color Mode button on the remote control to adjust the vividness of your image. Press the button repeatedly to select from the following six settings: ■sRGB: To match the color palette of the sRGB standard for computer displays ■Blackboard: To adjust the white point so that colors appear natural when projecting on a green chalkboard ■Dynamic: To increase brightness in bright rooms (the default when projecting from non-computer sources) ■Presentation: To optimize the image for computer presentations (the default when projecting from a computer) ■Theatre: To optimize movie images for increased contrast ■Living Room: To increase brightness when projecting TV or video images in brightly lit rooms (best for videos)
Using the Remote Control35 Operating Your Computer with the Remote Control If you’ve connected a computer to the projector with a USB cable, as described on page 40, you can use the remote control in place of your computer’s mouse. This gives you more flexibility when delivering slideshow-style presentations, since you won’t have to stand next to the computer to change slides. ■Use the Up and Down buttons to move through a slideshow. ■Use the pointer button to move the cursor on the screen. ■Press the Enter button once to left-click, or press it twice to double-click. Press the Esc button to right-click. ■To drag-and-drop, hold down the Enter button. Then use the pointer button to drag the object. When it’s where you want it, press Enter to release it. Page up or down to change slides in PowerPoint Right-click Left-click
36Using the Remote Control Highlighting Your Presentation You can display a pointer to call out important information on the screen. If you want to customize the pointer tool, you can choose from three alternative shapes. Using the Pointer Tool 1. To activate the pointer tool, press the Pointer button on the remote control. A pointer appears on the screen. If you prefer to use a different style of pointer, see the instructions in the next section. 2. Use the pointer button on the remote control to position the pointer on the screen. 3. When done using the pointer, press Esc to clear the screen. Customizing the Pointer Tool You can change the appearance of the pointer by choosing from three alternative shapes. 1. Press the Menu button on the remote control, highlight the Setting menu, highlight Pointer Shape, and press Enter. You can select one of the pointer shapes shown at the left. 2. Select the shape you want and press Enter. 3. Highlight Return and press Enter. 4. Press Menu to exit from the menu system. Pointer
37 1 Connecting to Computers, Cameras, and Other Equipment This chapter tells you how to connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer, and/or to video equipment, such as a VCR, DVD player, or video camera. You can also connect the projector to a USB storage device, digital camera, or external speakers. Follow the instructions in this chapter on: ■Connecting to a computer ■Connecting video equipment ■Connecting to a digital camera or other USB device ■Playing sound through the projector
38Connecting to Computers, Cameras, and Other Equipment Connecting to a Computer You can connect the PowerLite projector to any computer that has a standard video output (monitor) port, including desktop models, PC notebook and notebook computers, Macintosh PowerBooks and iBooks, ® and hand-held devices. To connect to the blue Computer/ Component Video port (standard VGA cable connection), see the instructions below. After connecting to the computer, you may also want to do one of the following: ■Connect a USB cable so you can use the remote control as a mouse; see page 40 ■Connect an audio cable to play computer audio; see page 47 Connecting to the Computer Port You can connect to the blue Computer/Component Video port using the VGA computer cable that came with the projector (the monitor port on your computer must be a mini D-sub 15-pin port). 1. If you’re using the VGA computer cable, connect one end to the projector’s blue Computer/Component Video port, and the other end to your computer’s monitor port. Then go to step 3. 2. You can connect an optional stereo mini-jack audio cable to play sound through the projector (see page 47), or connect a USB cable to use the remote control as a mouse (see page 40). note If you connect a Windows- based computer to the projector, you may see a New Hardware Wizard saying your computer has found a plug-and-play monitor; if so, click Cancel. note For newer PowerBooks with DVI connectors, see your computer’s documentation to see how to use a DVI to VGA adapter (usually included with the computer) to connect to the VGA computer port. If you’re using an older Macintosh and you can’t connect the cable to your computer, you may need to use the Macintosh desktop adapter, as shown on page 39 (available from Epson; see page 13). caution Don’t try to force a connector to fit a port with a different shape or number of pins. You may damage the port or connector.
Connecting to Computers, Cameras, and Other Equipment39 3. When you’ve finished making any connections, see page 18 for instructions on turning on the projector and adjusting the image. Using the Macintosh Desktop Adapter If you have an older desktop Macintosh or PowerBook, the VGA cable may not fit when you try to connect it. If so, you’ll need to use the Macintosh desktop adapter to connect the VGA cable to your computer. This is available from Epson (see page 13). 1. To use the adapter, remove its cover as shown and set its DIP switches according to the resolution you want to use, such as 16-inch mode. See your Macintosh documentation for instructions. 2. Replace the cover and connect the adapter to the VGA cable. Then plug the cable (with the adapter) into the video port on your Macintosh. 3. Tighten the screws on the connectors.
40Connecting to Computers, Cameras, and Other Equipment Connecting the Cable for Remote Mouse Control If you’ve connected a computer as described in this chapter (using the Computer/Component Video port), you can use the projector’s remote control as a wireless mouse. This lets you control your computer and click through slideshow-style presentations, such as PowerPoint, from up to 20 feet away. The wireless mouse function is supported on systems with a USB port running Windows XP, 98SE, Me, or 2000, or Macintosh OS X 10.2.x to 10.3.x or OS 8.6 to OS 9.x. 1. Locate the USB cable that came with your projector. 2. Connect the square end of the cable to the projector’s USB port. 3. Connect the flat end of the cable to any available USB port on your notebook or desktop computer. 4. If necessary, configure your computer to work with an external USB mouse. See your computer documentation for details. note For details on using the remote control in place of your computer’s mouse, see page 35. Move cursor Left click Right click note The remote mouse control function may not operate correctly on systems that have been upgraded from an earlier version of Windows. USB cable