Epson Projector Emp 8300 User Manual

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Part Names and FunctionsRemote Control
If you position the   over the button icon or button name, a description of that button will appear.
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•• •Remote control light-emitting area   p.14•
•• •Indicator•
•• •[Page] buttons   p.23•
•• •[E-Zoom] buttons   p.59
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•• •[Power] button   p.37, p.41•
•• •[R/C] switch   p.13•
•• •[ ] button   p.24, p.90, p.107
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•• •[Enter ( )] button   p.24, p.90, p.107•
•• •[Menu] button   p.90
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•• •[Effect] button   p.62
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•• •[ ] (illumination) button•
•• •[Volume]...

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Part Names and FunctionsInput/Output Ports
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•• •[Computer 2] port 
 p.18, p.22, p.27Inputs analogue-RGB signals from a 
computer and RGB-video signals from 
video equipment.•
•• •[Audio] port 
(for [Computer 2] port)   p.29Inputs audio signals from the source that is 
connected to the [Computer 2] port.•
•• •[USB] port   p.23, p.138Connects the projector to a computer via 
the USB cable when using the wireless 
mouse function.•
•• •[Video] port   p.25Inputs composite video
 signals from a 
video...

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Before Using the Remote ControlInserting the Batteries
The batteries are not already inserted into the remote control at the time the 
projector is purchased. You will need to insert the batteries that are 
provided with the projector before the remote control can be used.PROCEDURE
Remove the battery cover.
While pushing down on the rib of the battery cover, slide the 
battery cover in the direction of the arrow. 
Insert the batteries.
Check the positions of the (+) and (–) marks inside the battery...

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Before Using the Remote ControlUsing the Remote Control and Remote Operating Range
The remote control is used in the following way.PROCEDURE
Set the [R/C] switch of the remote control to ON.Point the remote control light-emitting area towards 
one of the remote control light-receiving areas on the 
projector and operate the remote control buttons.
Using the Remote Control12
Remote control 
light-receiving 
area (front)Remote control 
light-receiving 
area (rear)
Remote control 
light-emitting area...

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Before Using the Remote Control
Use the remote control within the ranges indicated below. If the distance or 
angle between the remote control and the remote control light-receiving 
area is outside the normal operating range, the remote control may not 
work.
Remote Operating Range
Operating distance Operating angle
Approx. 10 m (30 ft.)Approx. ±30° horizontally
Approx. ±15° vertically
Remote control 
light-receiving areas
Operating angle (horizontal)
Approx. 30° Approx. 30°
Remote control...

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InstallationSetting Up the Projector
The projector supports the following four different projection methods, 
allowing you to choose the best method for displaying your images.
* A special method of installation is required for suspending the projector 
from the ceiling. Please contact your supplier if you would like to use 
this installation method. The optional ceiling mount is required when 
installing the projector on the ceiling. 
  p.133
CAUTION
Before setting up the projector, be sure to first...

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InstallationScreen Size and Projection Distance
The distance from the lens to the screen determines the actual image size. 
The recommended distance and projection distance values given below are 
for when the projector is fitted with a standard lens. If the projector has 
been fitted with an optional lens, refer to the documentation provided with 
the lens.
While referring to the following table, position the projector so that the 
images are projected onto the screen at the optimum size. The values...

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Connecting to a ComputerEligible Computers
The projector cannot be connected to some types of computer, or 
projection of images may not be possible even if actual connection is 
possible. Make sure that the computer you intend to use satisfies the 
conditions given below.
 Condition 1: The computer must have an image signal output port.
Check that the computer has a port such as an RGB port, monitor port 
or CRT port which can output image signals.
If the computer has a built-in monitor, or if using...

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Connecting to a ComputerProjecting Images from the Computer
The shape and specifications of the computers monitor port will determine 
what type of cable should be used. Check the following to see which type 
of port your computer has.
Use the accessory computer cable to make the connections.If the Monitor Port is a Mini D-Sub 15-pin Port
Computer cable 
(accessory) To monitor port
To [Computer 1] or 
[Computer 2] port (blue)
TIP
 After projection starts, change the Computer1 Input or 
Computer2...

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Connecting to a Computer
Some workstation-type computers have a 13w3 monitor port.
In such cases, use a commercially-available 13w3 ⇔ D-Sub 15-pin cable 
to make the connection.
If the Monitor Port is a 13w3 Port
To monitor port
13w3 cable 
(commercially-available)To [Computer 1] or 
[Computer 2] port (blue)
TIP
 After projection starts, change the Computer1 Input or 
Computer2 Input setting in the Setting menu to 
Analog-RGB.  p.80
 If more than one external component is connected to the projector,...