Epson Projector Powerlite 400w User Manual

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Playing Sound Through the Projector
The projector has a built-in speaker with a maximum output of 10 W. 
You can play sound from your video equipment through the 
projector’s speaker if your video device has an audio output port.
For RCA-Type Audio Output Ports
Most video devices have an RCA-type audio output port. In this case, 
use a commercially available RCA-type audio cable to connect the 
projector to your video source:
1. Connect one end of the RCA audio cable to the...

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For Stereo Mini-Jack Audio Output Ports
Some video devices, especially camcorders, may have a stereo 
mini-jack audio output port. To connect to the 
L-Audio-R input 
jacks when using the 
S-Video or Video port, use a commercially 
available stereo mini-jack audio adapter cable (3.5-mm stereo 
miniplug to two male RCA plugs) to connect to the projector.
1. Connect one end of the audio adapter cable to the 
L-Audio-R 
jacks on the projector.
2. Connect the other end of the audio...

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Connecting External Speakers
You can output sound to external speakers with built-in amplifiers. 
When you play sound through external speakers, the projector’s 
built-in speaker is disabled.
1. First connect your video and audio input cables as necessary.
2. Locate the appropriate cable to connect your external speakers. 
Depending on your speakers, you may be able to use a 
commercially available audio cable with a stereo mini-jack 
connector on one end and pin jacks on the...

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Projecting
Once you’ve set up the projector, you’re ready to turn it on, adjust 
the image, and give your presentation. 
Although you can operate the projector without it, the remote control 
lets you use additional features. See Chapter 3 for instructions on 
using the remote. 
This chapter covers the following:
■Turning on the projector and other equipment
■Adjusting the image
■Adjusting the volume
■Shutting down the projector 

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Turning On Your Equipment
Make sure your projector and other equipment are set up and 
connected correctly, as described in Chapter 1. Then turn on your 
projector, as described below.
If you turn on your connected computer or video equipment before 
starting the projector, the projector automatically detects and displays 
the image source. If you turn on the projector first, or have multiple 
pieces of connected equipment, you may have to select the image 
source manually. See page 38....

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3. Turn on your computer or video source if you have not already.
4. Press the P 
Power button on the projector or on the remote 
control to turn it on. 
The projector beeps and the P
Power light flashes green as the 
projector warms up. The projector lamp comes on in about 
5seconds and the P
Power light stays green. 
■If you’re using a computer, you should see your computer 
display projected after a moment or two. If not, you need to 
select the image source. See page 38.
(With Windows,...

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Selecting the Image Source
Selecting the image source lets you switch between images input from 
different pieces of equipment connected to the projector (such as a 
computer and DVD player). If you don’t see the image you want, 
press the 
Source Search button on the remote control or projector 
until the correct device image is projected. If a projected image fails to 
appear, see the next section for help.
Once you see your image, turn to page 40 for instructions on focusing 
and making...

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■If you’re projecting from a laptop, and you don’t see the same 
image on the projection screen and computer screen, check your 
monitor settings to make sure both the LCD screen and the 
external monitor port are enabled. 
From the Control Panel, open the 
Display utility. Click the 
Settings tab, then click Advanced. The method for adjusting 
the settings varies by brand; you may need to click a 
Monitor tab, 
then make sure the external Monitor port is set as your primary 
display and/or...

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Adjusting the Image
Once you see your image, you’ll need to make certain adjustments:
■To focus or zoom your image, see below.
■If the image is too high or too low, you can reposition it. 
See page 41.
■If the image isn’t square, see page 42.
■To adjust image brightness, see page 42.
■If a computer image displays incorrectly, see page 43.
You can make many other adjustments to the image—such as 
changing the brightness, contrast, and aspect ratio—using the 
projector’s menu system. See...