Epson Powerlite 8100i Multimedia Projector Users Guide

							Welcome5
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 computer. There is also a Mac
® adapter set so you can 
connect to a second Macintosh. You may also need the VGA-13W3 
video cable (ELPKC06) if you’re connecting the projector to a high-end 
workstation. 
ELP communication cable set 
Computer video cable 
(HD15/H15, 1.8m)
Computer video cable 
(HD15/HD15, 3.0m)ELPKC04
ELPKC02
ELPKC09 Product Product number 
						

							6Welcome
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 
unit, control the audio and video, annotate your presentation with 
effects, monitor the projector’s operating status, and use the on-screen 
help.
Chapter 3, “Fine-tuning the Projector,” describes how to use the 
projector’s built-in menus to adjust the image settings, color, and 
sound; customize the drawing tools; create your own user logo or 
image; and view information about the projector.
Chapter 4, “Maintaining and Transporting the Projector,” covers 
basic procedures for maintaining your projector in good working 
order and gives guidelines for transporting it.
Chapter 5, “Solving Problems,” describes how to interpret your 
projector’s warning lights and gives helpful information for solving 
problems.
Chapter 6, “Technical Specifications,” lists the technical specifications 
for the projector.
Chapter 7, “Notices,” contains important safety instructions, 
technical information about the remote control, and the FCC 
compliance statement.
An Index is provided at the end of the manual. 
						

							Welcome7
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 presentation on the road. 
To read your electronic manual, you use Adobe
® Acrobat® Reader. 
Just insert the PowerLite 8100i/9100i CD in your CD-ROM drive, 
select the 
Install/View User’s Guide button and click Install User’s 
Guide
 or View User’s Guide.
When you open the manual, you’ll see this toolbar:
You have several ways to navigate through text:
nClick in the table of contents on the left side of the screen to move 
quickly to the topic of your choice. 
nUse the arrow buttons in the toolbar or the vertical scroll bar on 
the right side of the document to move through a manual. (The 
box to the left of the scroll bar displays the current page number.)
nWhen your mouse pointer changes from a hand to a pointing 
finger, you can click to jump to a related topic.
For more information, see your Acrobat Reader online guide.
warning
caution
note
note
If you do not have Acrobat 
Reader, you can install it 
from the CD-ROM.
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							8Welcome 
						

							1
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, without 
worrying about where you’ll stand.
nProvide audio for one or more of your image sources. The audio 
source can be the computer, video source, or another device such 
as a stereo.
Unpacking the Projector
Make sure you have all the parts shown on the next page. (You won’t 
need all these components; your configuration will determine which 
ones you need.)
Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector. Always use 
the original packaging (or the equivalent) when you need to send the 
projector to another location.
If you’re moving the projector by hand, use a carrying case (either a 
case available from EPSON or something similar, such as a laptop 
case). See page 82 for transportation instructions. 
						

							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 
						

							Setting Up the Projector11
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 producing video signals in DVI format. (See page 34.) You can 
purchase this cable from EPSON; see page 4.
nTo connect the projector to a Macintosh PowerBook, you may 
need a video-out cable (provided by Apple). If your PowerBook 
requires a video-out cable and you do not have one, see your 
Macintosh dealer. 
						

							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 batteries, 
take the following 
precautions:
Don’t mix old and new 
batteries.
Replace batteries as soon as 
they run out. If the batteries 
leak, wipe away battery fluid 
with a soft cloth. If fluid gets 
on your hands, wash them 
immediately.
Remove batteries if you won’t 
be using the projector for a 
long period of time.
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							Setting Up the Projector13
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 feet of your computer 
and/or video source.
nFace the projector squarely toward the screen. Otherwise, your 
image will be distorted.
Most presenters find it convenient to place the projector in the front 
of the audience, leaving as much space as possible between the screen 
and the projector. Then you can remain in front of the audience and 
close to the equipment.
Use the figure below as a guideline to help you determine how far 
from the screen to place the projector. The distances are based on 
using the standard lens. Your image size may not exactly match the 
sizes shown; its actual size depends on how you position the zoom ring 
and whether you have adjusted the image size with other settings (such 
as the keystone correction or 
Resize button).
caution
Don’t hold or lift the 
projector by the lens, or 
you may damage it.
note
It’s easier to position the 
projector when the screen is 
directly in front of the room. 
If the screen is placed 
diagonally in a corner, it’s 
much more difficult to aim 
the projector squarely at the 
screen and get a non-distorted 
image. 
4 ft
8 ft 43 ftdistance from screen 
						

							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 of the projector, you can use the 
projector’s keystone correction to eliminate distortion caused by 
tilting the projector upward. But you’ll still get a better picture if you 
can leave the projector flat on the table, without extending its feet.)
If you’ll be projecting from overhead, you can get the best-looking 
picture by mounting the projector parallel to the ceiling, with its lens 
at least as high as the middle of the screen, but no higher than the top 
of the screen. Then use the height adjustment knob to position the 
image on-screen. You’ll also need to select ceiling projection in the 
projector’s Advanced menu (see page 71).
no lower than
bottom of screenno higher than 
middle of screen
ideal 
range
note
After positioning the 
projector, you may wish to 
connect a Kensington security 
lock to the hole on the 
projector’s left side. This can 
be purchased from your 
computer or electronics dealer
 
or from EPSON. 
(See page 4.)