Epson Powerlite 8100i Multimedia Projector Users Guide

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You can purchase these accessories from your dealer or by 
calling EPSON at 
(800) 873-7766; or visit the EPSON Store
™
at 
www.epson.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, please call 
(800) 873-7766 for dealer referral. 
Portable projection screens
50-inch
60-inch
80-inchELPSC06
ELPSC07
ELPSC08
Remote IR receiver  ELPST04
Digital video cables:
DVI to DVI, 10 feet (3 meters)
DVI to DFP, 10 feet (3 meters)ELPKC20
ELPKC21
Communication kit cable set and computer cable to connect projector 
to a second...

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About This Guide
This guide describes how to set up and use your EPSON PowerLite 
projector. The information applies to both the 8100i and the 9100i 
models. (Any differences are noted.)
Chapter 1, “Setting Up the Projector,” provides instructions on how 
to set up the projector and connect it to your computer, video source, 
or other optional equipment. 
Chapter 2, “Using the Projector,” explains how to turn the projector 
on and off, adjust the image size and quality, use the remote control...

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Warnings, Cautions, and Notes
Please follow these guidelines as you read this manual:
nWarnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
nCautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
nNotes contain important information about your projector.
Reading This Manual Online
Your PowerLite 8100i/9100i CD-ROM includes an electronic copy 
of this manual. You may find it convenient to copy it onto your 
laptop’s hard drive so it’s always with you—for example, when taking 
your...

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Setting Up the Projector9
Setting Up the Projector
This chapter tells you how to unpack your projector and set it up for 
a presentation. The projector must be connected to a computer or a 
video source such as a VCR, DVD player, camcorder, digital camera, 
or laser disc player before it can project any images. You may also want 
to set up the projector for one or more of the following:
nUse the remote control as a wireless mouse. This lets you move 
around the room and interact with your audience,...

10Setting Up the Projector
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projector
Power
FreezeA/V MuteE-ZoomR/C ON
OFF31524EnterEsc
remote controlbatteriesEPSON PowerLite 
8100i/9100i CD-ROM
Projector software 
CD-ROM
power cordcomputer video cable main cable 3.5-mm audio cable
RCA audio cable 
(red/white)RCA video cable 
(yellow)PS/2
® mouse cable
PC serial mouse cable
PC serial cable
USB cableMac mouse cableMac serial cable
Macintosh adapter set
desktop adaptermonitor adapter
D-sub 15-pin to BNC cable 

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Additional Components
Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need 
additional components:
nTo receive an S-Video signal, you need an S-Video cable. (One is 
usually provided with your video device.)
nTo receive a component video signal from a VCR or other video 
device, you need a BNC cable (usually provided with the device).
nTo take advantage of the projector’s Digital Visual Interface 
(DVI), you need a DVI cable and your computer must be capable 
of...

12Setting Up the Projector
Installing Batteries in the Remote 
Control
The remote control operates the projector and lets you access its 
Effects features. You can also run your presentation with the remote 
and use it as a wireless mouse.
Follow these steps to install the batteries:
1. Press the tab to release the 
battery compartment cover.
2. Remove the cover and insert 
the two AA batteries included 
with the projector as shown.
3. Replace the battery 
compartment cover.
caution
When replacing...

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Positioning the Projector
Before connecting the projector, you need to decide where to place it. 
The location you choose depends on the size of the audience (and 
room) and your presentation style.
nPlace the projector on a sturdy, level surface, between 
3 and 48 feet from the screen.
nMake sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and 
under the projector.
nMake sure the projector is within 6 feet of a grounded electrical 
outlet or extension cord, and within 5...

14Setting Up the ProjectorWhen projecting from a table, the ideal arrangement is to set the 
projector flat on its surface. This way, you can use the lens shift knob 
(instead of raising the projector’s feet) to position the image on-screen. 
This delivers the best-looking picture.
You won’t need to tilt the projector upward as long as you position it 
so that its lens is at least as high as the bottom of the screen, but no 
higher than the middle of the screen, as shown:
(If you have to raise the front...