Epson Powerlite 9300i Multimedia Projector Users Guide

							Setting Up the Projector31
Connecting the Cable for Remote Mouse 
Control 
If you’ve connected a computer as described in this chapter, you 
can use the projector’s remote control as a wireless mouse. This lets 
you control your computer and click through slideshow-style 
presentations, such as PowerPoint
® or Keynote,TM from up to 30 feet 
away. 
To use the wireless mouse function, your system must have a USB 
port and one of these operating systems: 
You must also purchase a USB cable (A to B) available from your local 
computer dealer. 
1. Connect the square end of the cable to the projector’s   USB 
port. 
2. Connect the flat end of your USB cable to an available USB port 
on your notebook or desktop computer.
3. If necessary, configure your computer to work with an external 
USB mouse.   
Windows Macintosh
Windows 98, 2000, Me, and XP Macintosh OS X 10.1.x to 10.2.x 
Macintosh OS 8.6 to 9.2.x
note
For details on using the 
remote control in place of 
your computer’s mouse, see 
page 62. 
Use to move 
cursor
Left-click Right-click
USB cable
(not included) 
						

							32Setting Up the Projector
Connecting an External Monitor
If you want to monitor your presentation close-up (on a monitor 
placed beside the projector) as well as on the screen, you can connect 
an external monitor. You can use it to check on your presentation or 
switch between picture sources even if you’ve pressed the 
A/V Mute 
button to turn off projection on the screen. 
To attach an external monitor, connect it to the projector’s 
Monitor 
Out
 port, as shown:
 
Follow these guidelines to view images on the monitor:
■The monitor displays the currently selected video source. Press the 
Preview button if you want to display all the active sources at the 
same time (see page 56).
■You can also view images on the monitor while the projector is in 
standby mode (plugged in but not turned on), if the 
Standby 
Mode
 setting has been set to Network ON (see page 76). 
note
The monitor can display 
images from any connected 
computer or video source.
LCD monitors may not be 
able to display the image 
correctly. If you have trouble 
displaying the image, 
connect a multiscan 
monitor. 
External monitor 
						

							Setting Up the Projector33
Playing Sound Through the Projector
You can play sound through the projector’s speaker system, or you can 
attach an external speaker system. (Attaching speakers to the projector 
instead of directly to the audio source lets you use the projector’s 
remote control to adjust the sound.)
Connecting Audio Equipment to the Projector
To play sound through the projector, follow these steps:
1. Locate the appropriate audio cable. Which cable you use depends 
on how your equipment is connected:
■If you have a computer connected to the Computer 1, 
Computer 2, or DVI port, use a stereo mini-jack cable.
■If you have video equipment connected to the Video, BNC, 
or S-Video port, use an RCA stereo cable. 
2. Connect the audio cable to the jack(s) corresponding to the 
connected video source. 
  
3. Connect the other end of the cable to the audio-output 
connector(s) on your computer or video equipment. 
note
If your computer is 
connected to the BNC port, 
you’ll need to use an adapter 
to connect the audio cable.
Audio jacks for
RCA cables Audio jacks for 
stereo mini-jack cables
note
For details on adjusting the 
sound, see page 59.  
						

							34Setting Up the Projector
Connecting External Speakers
To connect speakers to the projector, follow these steps:
1. Obtain the appropriate cable to connect your speakers. 
Speaker systems come with a variety of jacks. Depending on your 
system, you may be able to use a stereo mini-jack cable, or you 
may have to purchase a special cable or use an adapter to connect 
to your speakers.
2. Connect the stereo mini-jack end of your audio cable to the 
Audio Out port on the projector. 
  
3. Connect the other end of the cable to your speaker system. You 
may need to use an adapter to make the connection. 
The projector’s internal speaker system is disabled while sound is 
output to the external speakers.  
						

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Displaying and Adjusting the Image35
1
Displaying and Adjusting 
the Image
Whether you’re presenting from a computer or video equipment,
you need to follow some basic steps to display your image on the 
screen. 
Follow the guidelines in this chapter to: 
■Turn on the projector and select the image source
■Troubleshoot display problems
■Adjust the image
■Shut down the projector 
						

							36Displaying and Adjusting the Image
Projecting the Image
Make sure your projector and other equipment are set up as described 
in Chapter 1. Then follow the instructions below to start the projector 
and display an image. 
Turning On the Projector
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 38).
Follow these steps to turn on the projector:
1. Remove the lens cap. 
2. Connect the power cord to the projector, then plug the other end 
into a grounded electrical outlet. 
The  power light turns on and remains orange. 
note
To shut down the projector, 
see page 47. Shutting down 
the projector correctly 
prevents premature lamp 
failure and possible damage 
from overheating.  
						

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3. Press the red Power button on top of the projector—or press the 
Power button on the remote control.
(If this is your first time using the remote control, make sure the 
batteries are installed and the power switch on the side of the 
remote is turned on; see page 50.) 
The Ppower light flashes green as the projector warms up, and an 
image begins to appear. When the  power light stops flashing and 
remains green (in about 40 seconds) the projector is ready for use. 
If you’ve enabled password protect, enter your password at the 
prompt. (See page 78 for details.) 
4. If you’ve connected a Windows-based computer to the projector, 
you may see a New Hardware Wizard saying your computer has 
found a plug-and-play monitor; if so, click 
Cancel.
If you want to allow the projector to turn on directly when you plug it 
in (or when you turn on the power when the projector is plugged in to 
a wall switch-controlled outlet) you can enable the direct power on 
option. See page 74 for details. 
Turn on 
remote
Power button
warning
Never look into the lens 
when the lamp is on. This 
can damage your eyes, and is 
especially dangerous for 
children. 
						

							38Displaying and Adjusting the Image
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 or DVD player). 
If you don’t see the image you want, select it using the 
Source 
buttons either on the projector or the remote control. 
The 
Source buttons work as follows:
■The projector has two Source buttons. Use the Computer/DVI 
button to switch between equipment connected to the 
Computer 1, Computer 2, and DVI ports. 
Use the 
Video/BNC button to switch between equipment 
connected to the Video, S-Video, and BNC ports. 
■The remote control has seven Source buttons. Use them to 
switch between equipment connected to the port identified on 
each button. 
Note that the Computer 1, Computer 2, and BNC ports can be set up 
to use different input signals (for example, Analog RGB or RGB 
Video)—so if you have equipment connected to one of these ports, it’s 
important to make sure the correct signal is selected to match the 
equipment you’re using. You can select the input signal settings using 
the projector’s menu system; see page 75. 
note
To focus and adjust the 
image, see page 42. If a 
projected image fails to 
appear, see page 39 for help.
note
You can also preview all 
sources on one screen to help 
you select the desired source 
(see page 56). 
						

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Troubleshooting Display Problems
Follow these guidelines if you’re having trouble displaying an image.
You Can’t Project an Image
If you see a blank screen or a blue screen with the No Signal message, 
try the following:
■Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described in 
Chapter 1.
■Make sure the power light is green and not flashing and the lens 
cover is off. 
■If you’ve conne cte d more t han one  computer and/or video source, 
you may need to press one of the 
Source buttons on the 
projector’s control panel or the remote control to select the 
correct source. (Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up 
after pressing the button.)
■If you’re using a Windows/PC notebook, press the function key 
on your keyboard that lets you display on an external monitor. It 
may be labeled 
CRT/LCD or have an icon such as  . You may 
have to hold down the 
Fn key while pressing it. Allow a few 
seconds for the projector to sync up after changing the setting.
The Projector and Notebook Don’t Display the 
Same Image
If you’re projecting from a notebook, and you don’t see the same 
image on the projection screen and on your computer screen, follow 
these guidelines.
If you’re using a Windows/PC notebook:
■On most systems, there’s a function key that lets you toggle 
between the LCD screen and the projector, or display on both at 
the same time. It may be labeled 
CRT/LCD or with an icon such as 
. You may have to hold down the 
Fn key while pressing it. 
Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after changing 
the setting. 
No Signal 
						

							40Displaying and Adjusting the Image
■If the function key doesn’t permit you to display simultaneously 
on both screens, you should check your monitor settings to make 
sure both the LCD screen and the external monitor port are 
enabled. 
1. From the Control Panel, open the 
Display utility. 
2. In the Display Properties dialog box, click the 
Settings tab, then 
click 
Advanced. 
3. The method for adjusting the settings varies by brand; you may 
need to click a 
Monitor tab, then make sure the external Monitor 
port is set as your primary display and/or enabled. 
See your computer’s documentation or online help for details. 
If you’re using Macintosh OS X:
You may need to set up your system to display the same image on the 
projector screen as well as the LCD screen. Follow these steps:
1. From the Apple menu, select 
System Preferences, then select 
Displays.
2. Make sure the 
VGA Display or Color LCD dialog box is selected.
3. Click the 
Arrange (or Arrangement) tab.
4. Make sure the 
Mirror Displays checkbox is selected.
Select the 
VGA Display 
dialog box
Make sure 
Mirror Displays 
is checked