Epson Powerlite 82c Multimedia Projector Users Guide

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Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector. Always use 
the original packaging (or equivalent) when you need to send the 
projector to another location.
If you are moving the projector by hand, use the carrying case 
included with the projector.
Projector Parts
Temperature light
Lamp light
Control panel
Lamp cover
Air exhaust vents Front adjust able foot Foot release leverLens capRemote control 
sensor
Focus ring Zoom ring Power light
Security lock
Power button
Monitor out port...

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Additional Components
Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need 
additional components:
■To receive an S-Video signal, you need an S-Video cable. One is 
usually provided with your video device, or you can purchase it 
from Epson. See page 13.
■To receive a component video signal from a VCR or other video 
device, you need a D-sub, 15 -pin, VGA-to-component video 
cable, which is available  from Epson. See page 13.
■Some older PowerBooks and Macintosh desktop models may...

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Optional Accessories
To enhance your use of the projector, Epson provides the following 
optional accessories:  
You can purchase video cables, screens, carrying cases, or other 
accessories from an Epson authorized reseller. Please call 
800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766) fo r product information and to 
find the nearest authorized reselle r. To purchase online, visit the 
Epson Store
SM at www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales only). In Canada, 
please call (800) 463-7766 for dealer referral. 
Product...

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Setting Up the Projector
This chapter tells you how to set up the projector and connect it to a 
computer or video source. You can connect up to four devices 
simultaneously: four video sources, one computer and three video 
sources, or two computers and two video sources. 
You’ll find instructions for the following in this chapter:
■Positioning the projector
■Connecting to a computer
■Connecting to video sources 

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Positioning the Projector
Before connecting the projector, you 
need to decide where to place it. If 
you’re setting up the projector yourself 
and it isn’t already installed in the 
room you’re using, you’ll probably 
want to place it on a table in front of 
the screen, as shown. 
This lets you stand in the front of the room, face the audience, and 
remain close enough to the equipment to be able to control it. Try to 
leave as much space as possible between the projector and...

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Try to place the projector directly in front of the center of the screen, 
facing it toward the screen squarely. If the projector isn’t positioned 
this way, the image will be “keystone” shaped, instead of square or 
rectangular.
If you place the projector below the level of the screen, you’ll have to 
tilt it up by extending the front adjustable foot, as described on 
page 38. This also causes the image  to lose its rectangular shape, but 
the Auto Keystone feature corrects...

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Connecting to a Computer
You can connect the PowerLite projector to any computer that has a 
standard VGA or BNC monitor port, including PC notebook and 
laptop computers, Macintosh PowerBooks and iBooks, and hand-held 
devices. You can connect two computers at the same time.
Follow the instructions in this section to:
■Connect the projector to your computer with the VGA cable 
included with the projector.
■Connect the projector to your computer with a commercially 
available...

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Connecting with the VGA Cable
Follow these instructions to connect to your computer with the VGA 
cable that came with your projector. Before you start, make sure your 
computer and the projector are turned off.
1. If you are connecting the projector to a desktop computer, disconnect the monitor cable from your computer.
2. Locate the VGA computer cable that  came with the projector.
Connect one end of the cable to the 
projector’s 
Computer1(Component) 
or...

20Setting Up the ProjectorIf more than one device is connec
ted to the projector, select the 
correct source after projection starts by pressing the 
Source Search 
button on the projector or the 
Comp1 or Comp2 button on the 
remote control. See page 34.
Connecting with a VGA-5BNC Cable
If your computer provides video output through BNC connectors, 
follow these instructions to connect the projector to your computer 
with an optional VGA-5BNC cable. Be fore you start, make sure your 
computer and the...