Epson Powerlite 81p Multimedia Projector Users Guide

Setting Up the Projector21
Playing Sound Through the Projector
Your computer probably has its own sound system; however, it may 
not be adequate for your presentation. If you need more volume, you 
can connect a computer audio cable to take advantage of the 
projector’s built-in amplifier and speaker. You can obtain a computer 
audio cable (3.5-mm stereo miniplug cable) from a computer or 
electronics dealer.
1. Connect one end of the audio cable to the 
Audio1 jack on the 
projector.
2. Connect the...

22Setting Up the Projector
Connecting to Video Sources
You can connect a DVD player, VCR, camcorder, laser disc player, 
digital camera, gaming console—such as Microsoft Xbox, Sony 
PlayStation 2, or Nintendo GameCube—or any other compatible 
video source to your projector. You can connect up to four video 
devices at one time. 
The projector supports HDTV, SDTV, NTSC, PAL, and SECAM, 
and automatically detects the video format. It can receive composite 
video, S-video, RGB video, and component video....

Setting Up the Projector23
Connecting a Composite Video Source
If you’re connecting a composite video device, use a 
commercially-available 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 RCA plug on one end of the cable to the 
projector’s yellow 
Video jack as shown below.
2. Connect the yellow plug on the other end of the cable to the 
video-out port on your video source.
3. To play sound through the projector,...

24Setting Up the Projector
Connecting an S-video Source
If your video source has an S-video jack, you can use it to project a 
higher quality video image. You’ll need an S-video cable (ELPSV01), 
which is usually provided with your video source, or you can purchase 
one from Epson. See page 12 for ordering information.
Before starting, make sure the projector and your DVD player or 
other video source are turned off.
1. Insert one end of the S-video cable into the projector’s 
S-Video 
port and the other...

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Connecting an RGB Video Source
Follow these instructions to connect the projector to a video player or 
satellite receiver that has an RGB video output port using the VGA 
computer cable that came with the projector.
Before starting, make sure the projector and your DVD player or 
other video source are turned off.
1. Connect one end of the VGA computer cable to the 
Computer1/Component Video1 or the 
Computer2/Component Video2 port on the projector. 
2. Connect the other end...

26Setting Up the Projector
Connecting a Component Video Source
If your video source has component video connectors, you can use 
them to project a higher quality video image. You’ll need a 
component video cable (ELPKC19), which can be purchased from 
Epson. See page 12 for ordering information.
Before starting, make sure the projector and your DVD player or 
other video device are turned off.
1. Connect the large end of the component video cable to the 
projector’s 
Computer1/Component Video1 or the...

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Playing Sound Through the Projector
The projector has a built-in speaker with a maximum output of 5 W. 
You can play sound from your video equipment through the 
projector’s speaker if your video device has an audio output port.
For RCA-Style Audio Output Ports
Most video devices have an RCA-style audio output port. In this case, 
use the audio adapter supplied with the projector to connect the 
projector to a commercially-available A/V cable, as shown below:
1. Locate the...

28Setting Up the Projector
For Stereo Mini-Jack Audio Output Ports
Some video devices, especially camcorders, may have a stereo 
mini-jack audio output port. In this case, use a commercially-available 
stereo mini jack audio cable to connect to the projector, as shown 
below:
1. Connect one end of the audio cable to the 
Audio jack 
corresponding to your video source. For example, if you’ve 
connected your video device to the projector’s 
S-Video port, 
connect the adapter to the 
Audio jack next to it....

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1
Projecting
Once you’ve set up the projector, you’re ready to turn it on, 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
■Adjusting the volume
■Shutting down the projector 

30Projecting
Turning On Your Equipment
Make sure your projector and other equipment are set up and 
connected correctly, as described in Chapter 1. Then turn on your 
projector, as described below.
If you turn on your connected computer or video equipment before 
starting the projector, the projector automatically detects and displays 
the image source. If you turn on the projector first, or have multiple 
pieces of connected equipment, you may have to select the image 
source manually. See page 32....