Epson Powerlite Home Cinema 700 Users Guide

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Connecting to the VGA Computer Port
You can connect to the projector using a VGA computer cable.
1. Connect one end of a VGA computer cable to the projector’s 
Computer (Component Video) port and the other end to your 
computer’s monitor port.
 
2. You may need to change the Input Signal setting in the 
projector’s Signal menu to 
RGB(see page 60).
3. You can connect an optional audio cable to play sound through 
the projector (see page 32). 
4. You may also be able to use the remote control as a wireless mouse 
(see page 48).
When you’ve finished making connections, see page 35 for 
instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for 
instructions on displaying and adjusting the image.
caution
Don’t try to force a 
connector to fit a port with a 
different shape or number of 
pins. You may damage the 
port or connector.
note
You can purchase a VGA 
computer cable from an 
electronics dealer.
Computer (Component 
Video) port 
						

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Playing Sound Through the Projector
You can play sound through the projector’s speaker system.
1. Locate the appropriate cable and connect it to the 
Audio jacks on 
the projector.
 
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the audio output 
connector(s) on your computer or video equipment. 
Connecting a Digital Camera or Other 
USB Device
You can connect your digital camera, USB flash memory drive, USB 
hard drive, or multimedia storage viewer, such as the Epson P-3000 or 
Apple
® iPod® to the projector. Then you can use the projector’s 
Slideshow function to display images or a presentation. See page 50 
for details.
Use the USB cable specified for your device. 
1. Follow the instructions beginning on page 35 to turn on the 
projector.
Audio jacks
note
Use a cable less than 10 feet 
(3 meters) long and connect 
the camera or other device 
directly to the projector. 
Your projector may not 
function correctly if you use 
a longer cable or connect to 
a USB hub.
If you connect a USB hard 
drive, make sure you use the 
AC adapter to power the 
hard drive. 
						

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2. Connect the USB drive or the flat end of the USB cable to the 
 USB 
TypeA port on the projector, as shown.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to your camera or other 
device, if necessary.
The indicator light turns orange and then green when a USB 
device is connected.
4. If you are not connected to another image source, the Slideshow 
program appears. 
If you are connected to another image source, press the 
Slideshow button on the remote control to start the Slideshow 
program.
See page 50 for instructions on controlling the slideshow.
5. When you’re finished, press 
Esc and select Exit to exit the 
Slideshow before turning off or removing the USB device.
Be sure to turn off your USB device (if necessary) before you remove 
the device or cable from the projector.
Indicator 
light 
						

							34Setting Up the Projector
Inserting an SD Card
You can use an SD or SDHC™ (SD High Capacity) card to store 
images or PowerPoint presentation slides converted to .JPG files. This 
lets you project your files without connecting to a laptop or PC. To 
place your files on the card, copy them from your computer to the 
card using a card reader.
1. Follow the instructions beginning on page 35 to turn on the 
projector.
2. Insert the SD card face-up and contacts-down, and push it all the 
way into the projector’s 
SD slot:
The indicator light beside the slot comes on or flashes when the 
SD card is in use. Do not remove the card when the light is 
flashing or on, or the Slideshow program is running.
3. If you are not connected to another image source, the Slideshow 
program appears. 
If you are connected to another image source, press the 
Slideshow button on the remote control to start the Slideshow 
program.
See page 50 for instructions on controlling the slideshow.
4. When you’re finished, press 
Esc and select Exit to exit the 
Slideshow before removing the SD card.
Indicator 
light
caution
Do not remove the card 
when the indicator light is 
flashing or on, or the 
Slideshow program is 
running, or you may 
damage the card or 
projector. 
						

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To remove the card, gently press the inserted SD card. The card pops 
out so you can remove it.
Turning the Projector On and Off 
Turn on any connected computer or video equipment before starting 
the projector so it can automatically detect and display 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 40). 
Follow these steps to turn on the projector:
1. Open the 
A/V Mute slide (lens cover). 
						

							36Setting Up the Projector2. Plug one end of the power cord into the projector, and the other 
end into an electrical outlet.
The Ppower light turns orange.
3. Press the Ppower button on the remote control or on the 
projector.
Power light
Power 
button 
						

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The projector beeps once and the Ppower light flashes green as 
the projector warms up, then an image begins to appear. When 
the Ppower light stops flashing and remains green, the projector 
is ready for use. 
4. If you are prompted to enter a password, see page 65.
Using the Direct Power On Function
The Direct Power On function enables faster setup. The projector 
starts up automatically when you plug it in or turn it on with a wall 
switch. You don’t have to press the Ppower button. 
Follow these steps to enable Direct Power On: 
1. Press the 
Menu button on the remote control or projector, then 
select the 
Extended menu and press Enter.
2. Choose 
Operation and press Enter. 
3. Choose 
Direct Power On and press Enter.
4. Highlight 
On and press Enter. 
5. Press 
Menu to exit. The setting will take effect the next time you 
plug in the projector.
warning
Never look into the lens 
when the lamp is on. This 
can damage your eyes, and is 
especially dangerous for 
children.
note
If a power outage occurs 
when Direct Power On is 
enabled and the projector is 
plugged in, the projector will 
restart when the power is 
restored. 
						

							38Setting Up the Projector
Shutting Down the Projector
This projector incorporates Instant Off technology. To turn it off, you 
can press its Ppower button as described below, unplug it, or turn off 
a power switch that supplies power to the projector. You don’t have to 
wait for the projector to cool down first.
1. To turn off the projector, press the Ppower
 button on the remote 
control or projector.
You see a confirmation message. 
(If you don’t want to turn it off, 
press any other button.)
2. Press the Ppower button again. The projection lamp turns off 
and the projector beeps twice. You can then unplug the power 
cord. 
If you want to turn the projector on again, make sure the orange 
Ppower light is not flashing, then press the Ppower button.
note
Lamp life results will vary 
depending upon mode 
selected, environmental 
conditions, and usage. 
Turn off this product when 
not in use to prolong the life 
of the projector. 
You can set the projector to 
automatically turn off the 
lamp and enter “sleep mode” 
when it has not received any 
signals for 1 to 30 minutes 
(see page 62). This conserves 
electricity, cools the 
projector, and extends the 
life of the lamp. If you want 
to start projecting again, 
press the P power button. 
If you are done using the 
projector, unplug the power 
cord.  
						

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Displaying and Adjusting 
the Image
Follow the guidelines in this chapter for: 
■Selecting an image source
■Adjusting the image 
						

							40Displaying and Adjusting the Image
Selecting an Image Source
You may need to select the image source if you have multiple image 
sources connected to the projector (such as a computer or DVD 
player). Selecting the image source lets you switch between images 
input from different pieces of connected equipment. 
If you don’t see the image you want, press the 
Search button or one 
of the 
Source buttons on the remote control, or press the Source 
Search
 button on the projector.
If you still can’t see an image or can’t project the same image that is on 
your notebook or computer screen, see page 85 for solutions.
You can also select 
Slideshow to project from a USB device or 
SD card. See page 50 for instructions.
Adjusting the Image
Once you see your image, you may need to make certain adjustments:
■If the image is too high or too low, reposition it as described on 
page 41.
■If the image isn’t square, see page 41.
■To focus or zoom your image, see page 42. 
■To quickly adjust the color mode, see page 43.
■To change the image size (aspect ratio), see page 44.
■If you need to fine-tune the image and/or sound, see 
“Fine-Tuning the Projector” on page 55.
Source 
Search 
button
Search 
button
Source 
buttons