Epson Projector EX5240 User Manual

							Parent topic:
Using the Projector on a Network
Controlling a Networked Projector Using a Web Browser Once you have connected your projector to your network, you can select projector settings and control
projection using a compatible web browser. This lets you access the projector remotely.
Note:The web setup and control features support Microsoft Internet Explorer 8.0 or later, and Safari on
networks that do not use a proxy server for connection. You cannot select all of the projector menu
settings or control all projector functions using a web browser.
Note: If you set Standby Mode to Communication On, you can use a web browser to select settings
and control projection even if the projector is in standby mode.
1. Make sure the projector is turned on.
2. Start your web browser on a computer or device connected to the network.
3. Type the projectors IP address into the browsers address box and press the computers Enterkey.
Note: You may need to log in before you see the Web Control screen. If you see a log in window,
enter your user name and password. (The default user name is EPSONWEBand the default
password is admin.)
You see the Web Control screen.
4. To select projector menu settings, select the name of the menu and follow the on-screen instructions.
5. To control projection remotely, select the Web Remoteoption from the Projector Control menu.
(Enter a password as necessary.)
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							You see a screen like this:
1 Power button control
2 Selects the Computerport source
3 Selects Video,S-Video, and HDMI/MHLport sources
4 Freeze button control
5 A/V Mute button control
6 Page Up andPage Down button controls
7 Searches for sources
8 Selects the network source
9 Selects the USB Display or USB device source
10 Volume button controls
11 Closed Caption control
12 Displays a QR code for connecting with iOS or Android devices using the Epson iProjection app
6. Select the icon corresponding to the projector function you want to control.
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							Parent topic:
Using the Projector on a Network
Related references
Projector Setup Settings - ECO Menu
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							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
Adjusting the Image Height
Image Shape
Resizing the Image
Focusing the Image Using the Focus Ring
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.
Note:Your product may look different from the illustrations in this guide, but the instructions are the
same.
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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.
If you do not see a projected image right away, try the following:
• Verify the lens cover is open all the way.
• Turn on the connected computer or video device.
• Insert a DVD or other video media and press the play button, if necessary.
• Press the Source Search button on the projector or remote control to detect the video source.
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							• Press the button for the video source on the remote control.
• If the Home screen is displayed, select the source you want to project.
Parent topic:
Using Basic Projector Features
Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
Related tasks
Selecting an Image Source
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.
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							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).
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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							4. Close the projectors lens cover.
Parent topic:
Using Basic Projector Features
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.
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
Adjusting the Image Height If you are projecting from a table or other flat surface, and the image is too high or low, you can adjust
the image height using the projectors adjustable feet.
Note:Your product may look different from the illustrations in this guide, but the instructions are the
same.
1. Turn on the projector and display an image.
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							2. To adjust the front foot, pull up on the foot release lever and lift the front of the projector.
The foot extends from the projector.
3. Release the lever to lock the foot.
4. If the image is tilted, rotate the rear feet to adjust their height.
If the projected image is unevenly rectangular, you need to adjust the image shape.
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
Related concepts
Image Shape
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