Epson Powerlite 8300i Multimedia Projector Users Guide

Displaying and Adjusting the Image41
■Or press the Menu button on the remote control, 
select the 
Setting menu, and press Enter. From 
the Setting menu, select 
Keystone and press 
Enter. Then select V-Keystone and press Enter. 
Adjust the setting as needed. 
When corrected, the image will be slightly 
shorter. If necessary, you can stretch the image to 
its proper size using the 
Height setting. 
Using Quick Corner
Use Quick Corner to correct the image shape when it’s uneven on all 
sides. 
1. Press...

42Displaying and Adjusting the Image
Correcting Computer Images
If you’ve connected a computer and the image doesn’t look right, or it 
doesn’t fit properly on the screen, press the 
Auto button on the 
remote control (or the 
Auto/Enter button on the projector’s 
control panel). This automatically resets the projector’s tracking, sync, 
resolution, and position settings. 
note
You must be projecting an 
image for this button to have 
any effect. The 
Auto button 
works only with computer 
images.
Auto...

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Shutting Down the Projector
When you’ve finished using the projector, follow the recommended 
procedure to shut it down. This extends the life of the lamp and 
protects the projector from possible overheating. 
1. If you’ve connected a computer or laptop, shut it down first; 
otherwise you may not be able to see your computer’s display to 
shut it down properly. 
2. To turn off the projector, press the red P
Power button on the 
projector or remote control. 
You see a...

44Displaying and Adjusting the Image 

Giving Your Presentation45
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Giving Your Presentation
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 30 feet away. 
You can use the remote control to adjust the picture and sound 
(page 51), or as a pointer or drawing tool to highlight your 
presentation (page 56). You can also use it as a wireless mouse when 
projecting from a computer (page 58); this lets...

46Giving Your Presentation
Activating and Using the Remote 
Control
The remote control has an on/off switch on its side, as shown. Before 
using the remote, make sure batteries are installed as described on 
page 50, then push up on the on/off switch to turn it on. 
Turn off the remote control before transporting or storing it; this 
prevents the batteries from discharging if something presses against 
one of the buttons. 
Here are some additional tips:
■Point the remote control either at the front or...

Giving Your Presentation47
Using the Navigation Buttons
The remote control has various buttons that let you navigate the 
projector’s help and menu systems; they also let you use the drawing 
tools to highlight your presentation. If you’ve connected a computer, 
the buttons can be used in place of your computer’s mouse, letting 
you walk about freely while controlling your presentation. 
For details on using the buttons to control specific features, see the 
following sections: 
■to highlight your...

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Controlling Multiple Projectors
If you’re using more than one projector, you can control all the 
projectors—or just selected ones—by using the projector ID system. 
To operate a projector, you have to set the remote control’s ID to 
match that of the projector. Or you can control all of the projectors 
simultaneously by setting the remote control’s ID to zero. 
Setting the Projector ID
The projector’s default ID is 1. If you need to change it, follow these 
steps:
1. Press the...

Giving Your Presentation49
Setting the Remote Control ID
The remote control’s default ID is zero. If you need to change it, 
follow these steps:
1. Press the 
ID button on the remote control. You see it light up. 
2. Press one of the numbered buttons on the remote control to select 
the desired ID (0 through 9). Select zero to control all projectors, 
or select a number to match the ID of the projector(s) you want to 
operate.
The 
ID button’s light shuts off and the new ID is registered. 
If you would...

50Giving Your Presentation
Replacing the Batteries 
If the projector stops responding to the remote control, check the 
following:
■Make sure the remote control’s on/off switch (shown on page 46) 
is in the 
ON position. 
■Press the  light button and check to see if the buttons on the 
remote control light up. (If you’re in a bright room, you may not 
be able to see them light.)
If the buttons do not light up, replace the batteries as described below: 
1. Turn the remote control over. 
2. Slide the...