Epson Projector Emp 5300 User Manual

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Installation
This chapter tells you how to unpack and set up your 
projector and connect it to other equipment. The projector 
must be connected to a computer or a video source such as a 
video tape deck, camcorder, digital camera or laser disk player.
For example, you may want to connect the projector to both 
your computer and a video source, or set up the projector for 
one or more of the...

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Unpacking the Projector
When you unpack the projector, make sure you have all these 
components:
• Projector
• Remote control
• 2 AA batteries
• Power cord
• Computer cable
• Audio cable
• Video/ audio cable
• MAC Desktop adapter
• MAC Monitor adapter
• Main cable
• PS/2 mouse cable
• Serial mouse cable
• MAC mouse cable
• PC serial cable
• MAC serial cable
• Projector Software
All of the above items may not be required for your particular 
computer system
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Additional Items
The following items may also be required, depending upon 
how you plan to use the projector.
• S-Video cable for S-Video signal input
A separate cable is required for each video source.
• Macintosh PowerBook output cable
This cable is normally provided with PowerBook models with 
video output capabilities. Contact your Macintosh dealer if 
you need to purchase one.
• Special connector, cable or components for connecting the 
mouse cable to your...

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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 the 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.
The distance above is a standard. Adjust to the correct...

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3. Turn the projector so that the lens is at right angles to the 
screen. If the projector is not angled correctly the screen 
image will be crooked. 
4. Connect one end of the power cable to the projector’s 
power connector. Connect the other end to an earthed 
electrical socket.
The projector should be in sleep mode, indicated by an 
orange power indicator.
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Warning: Never look into the lens when the projector is on. 
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5. To insert the batteries in the remote control device, slide 
off the battery compartment cover as shown below.
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. 

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When replacing batteries, take the following precautions:
• Do not recharge used batteries or expose batteries to fire or 
water.
• Replace batteries as soon as they run out. If the batteries 
leak, wipe away the fluid with a soft cloth. If battery fluid 
gets onto your hands wash them immediately.
• Remove the batteries if you will not be using the projector 
for a long period.
Connecting to a Computer
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Connecting to a PC desktop computer
Before beginning, make sure that the projector and computer 
are both turned off.
1. Connect the computer cable.
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Note: Computer configurations vary. See your computer 
manual for the location of the ports needed to connect your EMP 
-7300/7200/5300 projector.
a. Connect either end of the computer cable to the 
projector’s Computer 1 port. The Computer 2 port is 
used when connecting a second computer.
b. Disconnect the monitor cable from...

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c. If necessary, connect the monitor cable of the 
computer monitor to the projector’s Computer out.
d. Tighten the screws on all connectors.
2. Connect the main cable. The main cable connects the 
mouse cable (needed to use the remote control as a 
mouse) and serial cable (needed to use the projector 
software and the Effects buttons on the remote control) 
from your computer to the projector.  
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a. Connect the small end of the main cable to the 
projector’s Mouse/Com 1 port. The Mouse/Com 2 
port is used when you are connecting a second 
computer.
b. Connect the PS/2 mouse cable  (9-pin) to the mouse 
terminal on the large end of the main cable.
c. Disconnect the computer’s mouse cable from the 
mouse port on the back of your computer and connect 
the mouse connector   (6-pin) of the PS/2 mouse 
cable to the mouse port.
d. If your system uses a serial mouse, use the...