Epson Projector Emp 500 User Manual

 
Unpacking the Projector 
               
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Additional Components 
Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may 
need these additional components:
•To receive an S-Video signal, you need an S-Video cable. 
(One is usually provided with your video device.) A 
separate cable is required for each video source.
•To connect the projector to a Macintosh PowerBook, you 
need a video-out cable. 
(One is provided by/or can be purchased from Apple for all 
new PowerBooks that have video-out...

 
               
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Setting Up the Projector 
1. Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface within five 
feet of the computer or video source. 
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Caution:  
Do not hold the projector by the lens. This can damage 
the lens. 
2. Place the projector at a correct distance from the screen.
The distance between the projector and the screen 
determines the actual image size. Use the general 
guidelines below to determine the correct distance.
3. Turn the projector so that the lens is at right...

 
Setting Up the Projector 
               
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5. To insert the batteries in the remote control device, slide 
off the battery compartment cover.
6. Insert the two AA batteries included with the projector. 
Make sure the polarity of the batteries is correct.
7. Replace the battery compartment cover.
When replacing batteries, take the following precautions:
•Do not recharge the used batteries or expose to fire or 
water.
•Replace batteries as soon as they run out. If the batteries 
leak, wipe away...

 
               
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Connecting to a Computer 
You can connect the projector to a computer capable of VGA, 
SVGA, XGA, SXGA and UXGA output. (EMP-500 supports 
VGA, SVGA, XGA, and SXGA resolutions. EMP-710/700 
support VGA, SVGA, XGA, SXGA and UXGA resolutions.)
To connect the computer and mouse cables (to use the 
wireless remote as a mousepointer), see the section in this 
chapter that applies to your computer.
The illustration below identifies all the interface ports on the 
back of the...

 
Connecting to a Computer 
               
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Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer  
To connect the projector to your PC desktop computer, you 
need to:
•Connect the computer cable
•Connect the audio cable (if you’ll be projecting with audio)
Follow the steps in each section for the cables you need to 
connect. Before beginning, turn off the projector and 
computer if they are on. 
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Note: 
 Computer configurations vary. See your computer 
manual for the location of the ports needed to connect...

 
               
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1. If you will be viewing the video on your computer 
monitor as well as the projector screen, disconnect the 
monitor cable from the video port on the back of your 
computer.
2. Connect one end of the computer cable to the projector’s 
Computer port. 
3. Connect the other end of the computer cable to the 
computer’s video port.
4. Tighten the screws on all connectors. 
Connecting the Mouse Cables 
If you want to use the remote control as a mouse, you need to 
connect the...

 
Connecting to a Computer 
               
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1. Connect the 9-pin end of the PS/2 mouse cable or, the 
USB mouse cable to the Mouse/Com or USB mouse port 
on the projector.
2. Disconnect your mouse from the mouse port on the back 
of your computer and replace it with the other end of the 
PS/2 mouse cable or USB mouse cable. (Your computer’s 
mouse will be disabled while you are using the remote 
control as a mouse.) 
Connecting the Audio Cable 
1. If you will be using audio, connect one end of...

 
               
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Connecting to a PC Laptop Computer  
To connect the projector to your PC laptop computer, you 
need to:
•Connect the computer cable
•Connect the mouse cable (if you want to use the remote 
control as a mouse)
•Connect the audio cable (if you’ll be projecting with audio)
Follow the steps in each section for the cables you need to 
connect. Before beginning, turn off the projector and 
computer if they are on. 
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Note:  
Laptop configurations vary. See your computer manual...

 
Connecting to a Computer 
               
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Connecting the Mouse Cables 
If you want to use the remote control as a mouse, you need to 
connect the PS/2 mouse cable or USB mouse cable.
Refer to this illustration while following the steps below.
1. Connect the 9-pin end of the PS/2 mouse cable or USB 
mouse cable to the Mouse/Com or USB Mouse port on 
the projector.
2. Connect the 6-pin (mini-DIN) end of the PS/2 mouse 
cable or USB mouse cable to the external mouse port or 
USB port on your...

 
               
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Note:  
You may have to set the display to appear on both the 
laptop’s screen and the projector. Some laptops let you change this 
setting with the keyboard’s function keys or by using a setup 
utility provided by the computer manufacturer. Check your 
laptop’s manual or online help for instructions. 
Connecting the Audio Cable 
1. If you will be using audio, connect one end of the audio 
cable to the Audio In jack on the projector.   
2. Connect the other end of the...