Epson Powerlite 83c Multimedia Projector Users Guide

Welcome11
Projector Parts
Control panel
Lamp cover
Air exhaust 
vent
Front adjustable 
footFoot release leverRemote control 
sensorFocus ring Zoom ring Security slot
Monitor Out port 
(for Computer1 
port output only)Computer 1 and 2 
(Component Video) ports
S-Video port
Video port LAN port
Remote 
control sensor
SpeakerAudio L-R 
input ports
Rear adjustable 
foot Power 
inlet
A/V mute 
slide lever
A/V mute 
slide
RS-232C 
serial portAudio 1 and 2 
input ports
Audio Out 
port
Air 
filter
Hole for...

12Welcome
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, component-to-VGA video 
cable, which is available from Epson. See page 13.
■Some older PowerBooks and Macintosh desktop models may 
need a...

Welcome13
Optional Accessories
To enhance your use of the projector, Epson provides the following 
optional accessories:  
You can purchase screens, carrying cases, or other accessories from an 
Epson authorized reseller. To find the nearest reseller, call 
800-GO-EPSON (800-463-7766). Or you can purchase online at 
www.epsonstore.com (U.S. sales) or www.epson.ca (Canadian sales).
Product Product number
Replacement lamp VI3H010L42
Air filter set (includes 2 filters)  V13H134A13
Wheeled soft case for...

14Welcome 

1
15
1
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, or two computer 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 

16Setting Up the Projector
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...

Setting Up the Projector17
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 39. This also causes the image to lose its rectangular shape. You 
can adjust the shape using the buttons...

18Setting Up the Projector
Connecting to a Computer
You can connect the 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. 
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 VGA–5BNC cable.
After connecting the projector to your...

Setting Up the Projector19
Connect one end of the cable to the projector’s Computer1 or 
Computer2 port.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to your computer’s video-out 
or monitor port. 
If you’re using a PowerBook or iBook and you can’t connect the 
cable, you may need to use an optional Macintosh video adapter; 
see your computer dealer.
4. If you connected the computer to the 
Computer1 port and you 
want to view the display simultaneously on your computer 
monitor and the projector screen, see...

20Setting Up the Projector
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. Before you start, make sure your 
computer and the projector are turned off.
1. Disconnect the monitor cable from your computer.
2. Connect the cable’s VGA connector to the projector’s 
Computer1 or Computer2 port. 
3. Connect the BNC connectors to your computer’s BNC ports. 
4. If...