Epson Powerlite 826w+ Multimedia Projector Users Guide

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Using the Remote Control
The projector includes a number of tools to enhance your 
presentation. All of them can be accessed using the remote control, 
which lets you operate the projector from anywhere in the room—up 
to 20 feet away. 
You can use the remote control to  adjust the picture and sound 
(page 33) or to adjust the color mode for various environments 
(page 38). You can also use it as a wireless mouse when projecting 
from a computer (page 41) or as a pointer to highlight your...

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Using the Remote Control
Follow these tips for using the remote control: 
■Point the remote control at the projector.
■Stand within 20 feet of the projector. 
■Avoid using the remote under br ight fluorescent lamps or in 
direct sunlight, or the projector may not respond properly.
Replacing the Batteries
Replace the batteries as described below:
1. Turn the remote control over. 
2. Press the tab on the battery cover  to open it.
3. Install two AA batteries,  inserting the 
+...

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Controlling the Picture and Sound
You can use the remote control to preview and select your picture 
sources, temporarily turn off the picture and sound, freeze the action, 
zoom in on the picture, and adjust the volume. 
Switching Between Picture Sources
If your projector is connected to more than one computer and/or 
video source, you can switch between the different sources: 
■The easiest way to select your source is to press the Source 
Search
 button on the remote control...

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Turning Off the Picture and Sound
You can use the A/V Mute button on the remote control to turn off 
the image and sound. This does the same thing as the A/V Mute slide 
(shown on page 23) and is useful if you want to temporarily redirect 
your audience’s attention. 
■To turn off the picture and sound, press the A/V Mute button. 
The screen turns black. 
■To turn the image and sound back on, press the button again.
You can have the screen turn  blue when you press the 
A/V...

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Zooming Part of Your Image
You can zoom in on a portion of the image using the E-Zoom buttons 
on the remote control. 
1. Press the 
E-Zoom  button on the remote control. 
You see a crosshair indicating the center of the zoom-in area.
2. Use the  pointer buttons to position the crosshair.
3. Continue pressing the 
E-Zoom button to enlarge the selected 
area up to 4× magnification.
4. While the image is enlarged, you can:
■Use the  pointer buttons to move around the screen....

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Adjusting the Aspect Ratio
You can use the Aspect button on the remote control to adjust how 
an image fits into the display area. Each time you press the button, the 
projector changes to the next setting.
When Connected to Video Equipment
If you’re projecting from video equipment such as a DVD player, set 
the projector’s 
Aspect setting to match that of the player. For 
example, if the video player is set to output images at a 16:9 aspect 
ratio, set the projector’s 
Aspect...

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Note that the projector’s native aspect ratio is narrower than 16:9. 
Therefore, widescreen movies and HDTV broadcasts will display with 
black bars at the top and bottom when 
16:9 is selected as the Aspect 
setting. For the PowerLite 826W+, you can select 
Full to stretch the 
image vertically to fill the whole projection area.
When Connected to a Computer
For computer images, Normal is usually the best setting to select. 
This displays the image at the larges t possible...

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Adjusting the Color Mode
You can use the Color Mode button on the remote control to adjust 
the color, brightness, and other aspects of your image. This lets you 
quickly adjust the image for various uses.
Press the button repeatedly to select from the following settings:
Dynamic: For increased brightness and contrast when playing video 
games or watching TV in a bright room. If you notice video delays 
during high-speed gaming, turn off the 
Progressive setting (see 
page...

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Displaying Patterns
You can display a test pattern or one of the following 4 patterns for 
use on a whiteboard or chalkboard:
1. Press the 
Menu button on the remote control, then select the 
Settings menu and press 
Enter.
2. Highlight 
Pattern and press Enter.
3. Highlight 
Pattern Type and select one of the patterns shown 
above, or choose 
Test Pattern. If you want to create your own 
pattern, choose 
User Pattern. See page 40 for more information.
4. Press 
Enter to...

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Creating Your Own Pattern
You can transfer any image from your computer or video source to the 
projector and then use it as a pattern. If you assign it to the 
User 
button as described on page 39, you can display it any time you want 
by simply pressing the 
User button on the remote control. 
Start by displaying the image you  want to use from a computer or 
other source. Then follow these steps to capture the image and transfer 
it to the projector: 
1. In the Settings...