Epson Projector BrightLink Pro 1420Wi User Manual

Connecting to Computer Sources
Connecting to Video Sources
Connecting to an External Computer Monitor
Connecting to External Speakers
Connecting to External USB Devices
Connecting a Printer to the Control Pad
Connecting to a Document Camera
Connecting Multiple Projectors of the Same Model
Parent topic:
Setting Up the Projector
Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
Connecting to Computer Sources Follow the instructions in these sections to connect a computer to the projector....

1. Turn on your computer.
2. Connect the cable to your projectors
USB-Bport.
3. Connect the other end to any available USB port on your computer.
4. To use USB Display, do one of the following: •Windows 8.x: Click EPSON_PJ_UDin the upper right-corner, then select Run EMP_UDSE.exe
in the dialog box that appears to install the Epson USB Display software.
• Windows 7/Windows Vista: Select Run EMP_UDSE.exein the dialog box that appears to install
the Epson USB Display software.
• Windows XP: Wait as messages...

Note:
To connect a Mac that includes only a Mini DisplayPort, Thunderbolt port, or Mini-DVI port for
video output, you need to obtain an adapter that allows you to connect to the projectors VGA video port.
Contact Apple for compatible adapter options.
1. If necessary, disconnect your computers monitor cable.
2. Connect the VGA computer cable to your computers monitor port.
3. Connect the other end to a Computerport on the projector.
4. Tighten the screws on the VGA connector.
Parent topic: Connecting to...

2. Connect the other end to one of the projectors HDMI ports.
Note:
The projector converts the digital audio signal sent from your computer into a mono analog signal
for the internal speaker or a stereo analog signal if you are connecting to external speakers.
Parent topic: Connecting to Computer Sources
Connecting to a Computer for Pen Use or USB Mouse Control If you connected your computer to a ComputerorHDMI port on the projector, you also need to connect
the USB cable so you can use the pens with...

If you want to use the remote control as a wireless mouse, you need to change the
USB Type Bsetting
in the projectors Extended menu. You may also need to configure your computer to work with an
external USB mouse. See your computer documentation for details.
Parent topic: Connecting to Computer Sources
Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
Projector Parts - Remote Control
Related tasks
Using the Remote Control as a Wireless Mouse
Connecting to a Computer for Sound If your computer...

Caution:
Make sure the control pad is positioned no more than 6.5 ft (2 m) away from the projector, and
no obstacles are blocking the signal from the projector. Do not place the control pad behind the
projection surface.
Note: This also lets you use the interactive pens with your computer. You need to adjust the USB Type
B setting in the projectors Extended menu before you can project through the USB port. Note that using
USB Display will slow interactive pen function. For the best performance, VGA or...

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OS X: The USB Display setup folder appears on your screen. Select USB Display Installerand
follow the on-screen instructions to install the Epson USB Display software.
Follow any on-screen instructions. You need to install this software only the first time you connect
the projector to the computer.
The projector displays the image from your computers desktop and outputs sound, if your presentation
contains audio.
Parent topic: Connecting to Computer Sources
Connecting to Video Sources Follow the...

Parent topic:
Connecting to Video Sources
Connecting to an MHL-Compatible Device If you have an MHL-compatible smartphone or tablet, you can connect it to the projector using either an
MHL cable or an HDMI cable with a device-compatible MHL adapter. If you have a device with a built-in
MHL connector, plug it directly into the HDMI 1/MHLport.
Note: Some connected devices may not charge when using an MHL adapter.
1. Connect the MHL cable or adapter to your devices Micro-USB port.
2. If you are using an MHL...

2. Connect the VGA connector to a
Computerport on the projector.
3. Tighten the screws on the VGA connector.
If your image colors appear incorrect, you may need to change the Input Signalsetting in the projectors
Signal menu.
Parent topic: Connecting to Video Sources
Connecting to a Composite Video Source If your video source has a composite video port, you can connect it to the projector using an optional
RCA-style video or A/V cable.
1. Connect the cable with the yellow connector to your video sources...

Connecting to a Video Source for Sound
You can play sound through the projectors speaker system if your video source has audio output ports.
Connect the projector to the video source using a stereo mini-jack adapter cable (with one 3.5 mm mini-
plug and two RCA plugs).
Note:If you connected your video source to the projector using an HDMI or MHL cable, the audio signal
is transferred with the video signal; you do not need an additional cable for sound.
1. Connect the audio cable to your video sources...