Epson Projector BrightLink Pro 1420Wi User Manual

							Using Basic Projector Features
Follow the instructions in these sections to use your projectors basic features.
Turning On the Projector
Turning Off the Projector
Selecting the Language for the Projector Menus
Setting the Date and Time
Image Shape
Resizing the Image with the Wide and Tele Buttons
Adjusting the Image Position
Focusing the Image
Remote Control Operation
Selecting an Image Source
Projection Modes
Image Aspect Ratio
Color Mode
Controlling the Volume with the Volume Buttons
Projecting a PC Free Presentation
Turning On the Projector Turn on the computer or video equipment you want to use before you turn on the projector so it can
display the image source.
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							1. Connect the power cord to the projectors power inlet.
2. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.
Note: WithDirect Power On turned on, the projector turns on as soon as you plug it in.
The projectors power light turns blue. This indicates that the projector is receiving power.
3. Press the power button on the projector or the remote control to turn on the projector. The projector beeps and the Status light flashes blue as the projector warms up. Once the projector
is warmed up, the Status light stops flashing and turns blue.
Warning: Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is on. This can damage your eyes and is
especially dangerous for children.
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							If you do not see a projected image right away, try the following:
• Turn on the connected computer or video device.
• Press the
Source Search button on the projector or remote control to detect the video source.
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Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
Turning Off the Projector Before turning off the projector, shut down any computer connected to it so you can see the computer
display during shutdown.
Note:Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector. Lamp life will vary
depending upon mode selected, environmental conditions, and usage. Brightness decreases over time.
Note: When using the A/V Mute feature, the projector lamp is still on. To turn off the lamp, turn off the
projector.
1. Press the power button on the projector or the remote control.
The projector displays a shutdown confirmation screen.
2. Press the power button again. (To leave it on, press any other button.) The projector beeps twice, the lamp turns off, and the Status light turns off.
Note: With Epsons Instant Off technology, there is no cool-down period so you can pack up the
projector for transport right away (if necessary).
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							Caution:
Do not turn the projector on immediately after turning it off. Turning the projector on and off
frequently may shorten the life of the lamp.
3. To transport or store the projector, make sure the Status light is off, then unplug the power cord.
Caution: To avoid damaging the projector or lamp, never unplug the power cord when the Status
light is on or flashing.
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Selecting the Language for the Projector Menus If you want to view the projectors menus and messages in another language, you can change the
Language setting.
1. Turn on the projector.
2. Press theMenubutton.
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							3. Select the
Extendedmenu and press Enter.
4. Select the Languagesetting and press Enter.
5. Select the language you want to use and press Enter.
6. Press MenuorEsc to exit the menus.
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Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
Setting the Date and Time You must set the projectors date and time to schedule projector events and use wireless LAN
authentication.
1. Press theMenubutton.
2. Select the Extendedmenu and press Enter.
3. Select the Time/Schedule Settings setting and pressEnter.
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							The Schedule Settings screen appears.
4. Select the Date & Timesetting and press Enter.
5. Do one of the following: • Enter the date and time settings using the on-screen keyboard.
• Select Onas the Use Internet Time setting and enter the IP address for the time server in the
Internet Time Server field.
6. Select Change DST Settings and select the Daylight Savings Time setting for your location.
7. When you are finished, press the Escbutton.
8. Select Setup complete and selectYesto save your changes.
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Using Basic Projector Features
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Enabling WPA or EAP Security
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Scheduling Projector Events
Image Shape You can project an evenly rectangular image by placing the projector directly in front of the center of the
screen and keeping it level. If you place the projector at an angle to the screen, or tilted up or down, or off
to the side, you may need to correct the image shape for the best display quality.
Note:For interactive use, the image must be evenly rectangular, without distortion.
Correcting Image Shape with the Keystone Buttons
Correcting Image Shape with Quick Corner
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Correcting Image Shape with the Keystone Buttons You can use the projectors keystone correction buttons to correct the shape of an image that is
unevenly rectangular on the sides.
Note:For interactive use, make sure the degree of horizontal and vertical keystone correction is no more
than ± 3°.
1. Turn on the projector and display an image.
Note: You can display a pattern to aid in adjusting the projected image using the Settings menu.
Note: You can also display the pattern by pressing the Userbutton on the remote control (if the test
pattern is assigned to this button).
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							2. Press one of these keystone buttons on the control panel to display the Keystone adjustment
screen.
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							3. Press a keystone button on the projectors control panel to adjust the image shape.
Note: The horizontal keystone adjustment buttons are labeled WideandTele.
After correction, your image is slightly smaller.
Note: If the projector is installed out of reach, you can also correct the image shape with the remote
control using the Keystonesettings in the projector menus.
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							Correcting Image Shape with Quick Corner
You can use the projectors Quick Corner setting to correct the shape and size of an image that is
unevenly rectangular on all sides.
1. Turn on the projector and display an image.
Note: You can display a pattern to aid in adjusting the projected image using the Settings menu.
Note: You can also display the pattern by pressing the Userbutton on the remote control (if the test
pattern is assigned to this button).
2. Press the Menubutton.
3. Select the Settingsmenu and press Enter.
4. Select the Keystonesetting and press Enter.
5. Select the Quick Corner setting and press Enter. Then press Enteragain.
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