Epson Powerlite 82c Multimedia Projector Users Guide

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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 projec tor 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 

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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 34....

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4. Turn on your computer or video source if you have not already. 
5. Press the P 
Power button on top of the projector to turn it on. 
(You can also press the  P 
Power button on the remote control.)
The projector beeps and the power light flashes green as the 
projector warms up. The projector lamp comes on in about 4 
seconds and the power light stays green. 
■If you’re using a computer, you should see your computer 
display projected after a moment or two. If not, you need to 
select...

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Selecting the Image Source
Selecting the image source lets you switch between images input from 
different pieces of equipment connected to the projector (such as a 
computer and DVD player). If you don’t see the image you want, 
press one of the following buttons on the remote control:
■Comp1
Press this button to move through the following options: 
Computer1 (Auto), Computer 1 (RGB), and Computer 1 
(Component Video)
.
■Comp2
Press this button to move through the following options:...

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■Check the Signal menu to make sure the correct input source is 
selected. See page 58.
If you’re using a PC laptop:
■Hold down the Fn key and press the function key that lets you 
display on an external monitor. It may have an icon such as   
or it may be labelled 
CRT/LCD. Allow a few seconds for the 
projector to sync up after pressing  it. Check your laptop’s manual 
or online help for details. 
On most systems, the   or 
CRT/LCD key lets you toggle 
between the LCD screen and the...

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If you’re using a Macintosh laptop with 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 click 
Display or Displays.
2. Select VGA Display or Color LCD, click Arrange or 
Arrangement, and make sure Mirror Displays is checked.
If you’re using a Macint osh laptop with OS 9:
You may need to set up your system  to display on the projector screen 
as well as the...

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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, if necessary. 
2. Select a 
Simulscan resolution, as shown. (Allow a few seconds 
for the projector to sync up after making the selection.)
Adjusting the Image
Once you see your image, you’ll need to make certain adjustments:
■To focus or zoom your image, see page 38.
■If the image is too high or too low, you can...

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Focusing and Zooming Your Image
Rotate the focus ring to sharpen the image.
Rotate the zoom ring to reduce or enlarge the image.
You can also change the image size by moving the projector closer to 
or farther away from the screen. You can use the 
E-Zoom buttons on 
the remote control to zoom in on  a portion of the image. See page 47 
for instructions. 
Adjusting the Height of Your Image
If the image is too low, you can ra ise it by extending the projector’s 
front adjustable foot.
 
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2. Once the image is positioned where you want, release the lever to lock the foot in position.
3. To fine-tune the height of the image,  rotate the foot at the back of the 
projector.
If the image is no longer rectangular after 
raising it, see the next section.
Adjusting the Image Shape
The projector automatically corrects images that are distorted when 
the projector is tilted up or down (up to a 30° tilt). The Keystone 
window appears on the screen while the projector makes the...

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■To manually adjust the keystone correction value, press the  or   buttons on the projector to correct the shape of 
the image. After correction, yo ur image will be slightly 
smaller.
You can also make keystone adjustments using the projector’s Settings 
menu. See page 61.
Adjusting the Brightness
The brightness of an image depends on the source you are projecting 
and the amount of light in the room. If the image is too bright or not 
bright enough, here are two ways you can adjust it:...