Epson Powerlite 76c Multimedia Projector Users Guide

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Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector. Always use 
the original packaging (or equivalent) when you need to send the 
projector to another location.
If you are moving the projector by hand, use the carrying case 
included with the projector.
Projector Parts
Temperature light
Lamp light
Control panel
Lamp cover
Air exhaust vents Front adjustable foot Foot release leverLens capRemote control 
sensor Focus ring Zoom ring Power light Security lock Power button
Monitor Out...

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Additional Components
Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need 
additional components:
■To receive an S-Video signal, you need an S-Video cable. One is 
usually provided with your video device, or you can purchase it 
from Epson. See page 13.
■To receive a component video signal from a VCR or other video 
device, you need a D-sub, 15-pin, VGA-to-component video 
cable, which is available from Epson. See page 13.
■Some older PowerBooks and Macintosh desktop models may 
need a...

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Optional Accessories
To enhance your use of the projector, Epson provides the following 
optional accessories:  
You can purchase video cables, screens, carrying cases, or other 
accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. Please call 
800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766) for product information and to 
find the nearest authorized reseller. To purchase online, visit the 
Epson Store
SM at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, 
please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral. 
Product...

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Setting Up the Projector
This chapter tells you how to set up the projector and connect it to a 
computer or video source. You can connect up to three devices 
simultaneously: three video sources or one computer and two video 
sources. 
You’ll find instructions for the following in this chapter:
■Positioning the projector
■Connecting to a computer
■Connecting to video sources 

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Positioning the Projector
Before connecting the projector, you 
need to decide where to place it. If 
you’re setting up the projector yourself 
and it 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...

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Try to place the projector directly in front of the center of the screen, 
facing it toward the screen squarely. If the projector isn’t positioned 
this way, the image will be “keystone” shaped, instead of square or 
rectangular.
If you place the projector below the level of the screen, you’ll have to 
tilt it up by extending the front adjustable foot, as described on 
page 38. This also causes the image to be keystone shaped, instead of 
square or rectangular. To adjust the...

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Connecting to a Computer
You can connect the PowerLite projector to any computer that has a 
standard VGA or BNC monitor port, including PC notebook and 
laptop computers, Macintosh PowerBooks and iBooks, and hand-held 
devices.
Follow the instructions in this section to:
■Connect the projector to your computer with the VGA cable 
included with the projector.
■Connect the projector to your computer with a commercially 
available VGA–5BNC cable.
After connecting the projector to...

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Connecting with the VGA Cable
Follow these instructions to connect to your computer with the VGA 
cable that came with your projector. Before you start, make sure your 
computer and the projector are turned off.
1. If you are connecting the projector to a desktop computer, 
disconnect the monitor cable from your computer.
2. Locate the VGA computer cable that 
came with the projector.
Connect one end of the cable to the 
projector’s 
Computer(Component 
Video) 
port.
3. Connect...

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Connecting with a VGA-5BNC Cable
If your computer provides video output through BNC connectors, 
follow these instructions to connect the projector to your computer 
with an optional VGA-5BNC cable. Before you start, make sure your 
computer and the projector are turned off.
1. Disconnect the monitor cable from your computer.
2. Connect the cable’s VGA connector to the projector’s 
Computer(Component Video) port. 
3. Connect the BNC connectors to your computer’s BNC ports. 
4....