Epson Powerlite 811p Multimedia Projector Users Guide

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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. 
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. 
The type of cable you use depends on whether you have composite 
video,...

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Connecting the RCA A/V 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 A/V cable to the 
projector’s yellow 
Video jack. 
2. Connect the other yellow plug to the video-out jack on your video 
source.
3. Connect the red and white plugs on the A/V cable to the 
projector’s 
Audio L (white) and R (red) jacks.
4. Connect the red and white plugs on the other end of the cable to...

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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...

18Setting Up the Projector
Connecting a Component Video Cable
If your video source has component (blue, green, and red) connectors, 
you can use them to project a higher quality video image. However, 
you’ll need a VGA-to-component video cable, which is available from 
EPSON; see page 7.
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...

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Using the Projector19
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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...

20Using 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...

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5. 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.
6. Do one of the following:

If you’re projecting from a computer, turn on or restart your 
computer. In a few moments, you should see your computer 
display projected.
If you see a New Hardware Wizard...

22Using 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 connected more than one computer and/or video source, 
you may...

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If you’re using a PowerBook or iBook with OS 9.x:
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. 
If the Arrange option isn’t available, you may need to select one of the 
Simulscan resolution settings:
1. Click the 
Monitor icon. 
2. Select a 
Simulscan...

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If youre using Macintosh OS X:
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 
System Preferences, then select 
Displays.
2. Make sure the 
VGA Display dialog box is selected.
3. Click the 
Arrange tab.
4. Make sure the 
Mirror Displays checkbox is selected.
Adjusting the Image
Once you see your image, you’ll need to make certain adjustments:    

To focus or zoom your image, see...