Epson Powerlite Pro G5150nl Multimedia Projector Users Guide

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Displaying and Adjusting 
the Image
Follow the guidelines in this chapter for: 
■Displaying an image
■Troubleshooting display problems
■Adjusting the image 

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Displaying an Image
You may need to select the image source if you have multiple video 
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 the Source Search 
button on the projector until you see the image you want to...

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■If you’ve conne cte d more t han one  computer and/or video source, 
you may need to press the 
Source Search button on the 
projector’s control panel, or the 
Search button or one of the 
Source buttons on 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 PC notebook, press the function key on your 
keyboard that lets you display on an external monitor. It may be...

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If you’re using Mac OS X:
You may need to set up your system to display 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 
Arrangement (or Arrange) tab.
4. Make sure the 
Mirror Displays checkbox is selected. 
Adjusting the Image
Once you see your image, you need to make certain adjustments:...

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Adjusting the Position of the Image
If the image is too low on the screen, you can use the front adjustable 
foot to raise it. 
1. Stand behind the projector. Press the foot release lever up and lift 
the front of the projector.
2. Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the lever 
to lock the foot in position.
3. If necessary, you can fine-tune the height or level the image by 
turning any of the projector’s adjustable feet.
Raising the projector...

46Displaying and Adjusting the ImageAdditionally, you can use the vertical lens shift dial on the top of the 
projector to move your image up or down, or you can use the 
horizontal lens shift dial to move your image left or right.
Focusing and Zooming the Image
Turn the focus ring on the projector to sharpen the image. 
Turn the zoom ring (using the knobs on the ring) to reduce or enlarge 
the image. 
If the image still isn’t large enough, you may need to move the 
projector farther away from the...

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Adjusting the Image Shape
You can maintain a square or rectangular image by placing the 
projector directly in front of the screen and keeping it level. This also 
produces the best picture quality. If the projector is tilted up or placed 
at an angle, you’ll need to correct the image shape by using one of the 
functions described below. 
Using Quick Corner
Use Quick Corner to adjust the shape and size of the image when it’s 
uneven on all sides. Follow these steps to...

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Using Keystone Correction
You can manually adjust the shape of the image to compensate for 
vertical and horizontal keystone distortion. First make sure the 
Keystone setting in the projector’s menu system is set to 
H-Keystone 
or 
V-Keystone: 
1. Press the 
Menu button on the remote control or projector.
2. Select the 
Settings menu and press Enter. 
3. From the Settings menu, select 
Keystone and press Enter. 
4. Select 
H/V-Keystone and press Enter.
5. Select...

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Selecting the Color Mode
The Color Mode adjusts the brightness, contrast, and color for various 
common viewing environments. Use this setting to quickly obtain a 
good picture.
Press the 
Color Mode button on the remote control, and then select 
from one of these options:
■Presentation: For making color presentations in a bright room. 
■Text: For making black-and-white presentations in a bright 
room. 
■Theatre: For watching movies in a darkened room; gives images a...

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Resizing Video Images
You can use the Aspect button on the remote control to change the 
aspect (width to height) ratio, depending on the input signal.
■Auto (HDMI images only): Automatically sets the aspect ratio 
according to the input signal. Choose this setting to project an 
HDMI image in the best aspect ratio.
■Normal (for images sent through the Computer1, Computer2, 
or 
BNC ports only): Displays images using the full projection area 
and maintains the aspect...