Epson Powerlite 84 Multimedia Projector Users Guide

PowerLite
®
 84
Multimedia Projector
User’s Guide 

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Important Safety Information
WARNING: Never look into th e projector lens when the la mp is turned on; the bright  light can damage your eyes. 
Never let children look into the lens when it is on.  Never open any cover on the projector, except the lamp and 
filter covers. Dangerous electrical volta ges inside the projector can severely injure you. Except as specifically 
explained in this  User’s Guide, do not attempt to service this product yours elf. Refer all servicing to qualified service...

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Contents
Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7
Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Getting More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8
Registration and Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Unpacking the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Projector Parts  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11...

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Using the Remote Control. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Replacing the Batteries . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Controlling the Picture and Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31 Switching Between Picture Sources  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Turning Off the Picture and Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
Stopping Action . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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Using the Projector on a Network. . . . . . . . . . . 53
Connecting to a Wired Network  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54
Configuring Basic Settings  . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 56
Using Projector E-mail Alerts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58
Using SNMP to Monitor the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 59
Using a Browser to Control the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 60
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Fine-Tuning the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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Solving Network Problems . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 100
Solving Problems with the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . 101
Where To Get Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102Speak to a Support Representative . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 102
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Projector Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 105
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Technical Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 107
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Notices. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ....

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Welcome
The PowerLite® 84 is an easy-to-use projector that weighs less than 7 
pounds. From classrooms to boardrooms, your full-color 
presentations and videos will be br ight and vibrant even in ordinary 
indoor lighting. You can connect the projector to a wide range of 
computers and video sources. 
Easy setup, control, and security:
■8.5-second startup time and Instant Off® feature for fast setup 
and shut down
■Automatic digital keystone correction
■Closed captioning
■1.6x optical zoom lens for...

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Using Your Documentation
This electronic User’s Guide provides detailed instructions on using 
your projector.
In addition, your projector software CD-ROM includes the  EMP 
Monitor Operation Guide . Refer to this manual for detailed 
instructions on monitoring the projector from a remote location.
Please follow these guidelines as you read through this manual: 
■Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury.
■Cautions must be observed to avoid damage to your equipment.
■Notes...

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Registration and Warranty 
Your projector comes with a warranty that lets you project with 
confidence. For details, see the warranty statement included with your 
projector. 
In addition, Epson offers free Extra Care
SM Road Service. In the 
unlikely event of an equipment failure, you won’t have to wait for 
your unit to be repaired. Instead, Epson will ship you a replacement 
unit anywhere in the United States  or Canada, usually via overnight 
delivery. See the brochure included  with your...

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Unpacking the Projector
After unpacking the projector, make sure you have all the parts shown 
below: 
Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector. Always use 
the original packaging (or the equivalent) when you need to send the 
projector to another location. If you are moving the projector by 
hand, use the carrying case. See page 87 for transportation 
instructions. 
Projector
Remote control and  2 AA batteries PDF manual and 
registration CD-ROM
Power cord VGA computer cable...