Epson Projector Powerlite 4100 User Manual

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Setting Up the Projector
This chapter tells you how to unpack the projector and connect it to 
a notebook or desktop computer, to video equipment, and/or to your 
local area network.
Follow the instructions in this chapter on:
■Unpacking the projector
■Positioning the projector
■Connecting to a computer
■Connecting to video equipment
■Turning the Projector On and Off 
						

							12Setting Up the Projector
Unpacking the Projector
After unpacking the projector, make sure you have all these parts:
Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector. Always use 
the original packaging (or the equivalent) when you need to send the 
projector to another location. If you are moving the projector by 
hand, use the projector handle. See page 83 for transportation 
instructions. 
Additional Components
Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need 
additional components:
■To receive a component video signal from your video device, 
you’ll need a component video cable. One may be provided with 
your video equipment.
note
If you mount the projector 
on the ceiling, the interface 
and button names on the 
projector will appear upside 
down. Attach the interface 
label stickers so that you can 
more easily read the names.
Interface label stickers
Projector and lens cap
Remote control and 
2 AA batteries PDF manuals and 
registration CD-ROM
Power cord
VGA computer cable
Password Protected 
sticker Lens theft 
deterrent screw 
						

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■To receive an RGB or component video signal from a video 
device that has RGB or component (PrPbY or CrCbY) 
connectors, you’ll need a BNC-type video cable. One may be 
provided with your video equipment.
Positioning the Projector 
If the projector isn’t already installed in the room you’re using, you’ll 
probably want to place it on a table in front of the screen. This lets 
you stand in the front of the room, face the audience, and remain 
close enough to the equipment to be able to control it. Try to leave as 
much space as possible between the projector and the screen to get a 
good-size image. 
Use the illustrations and tables below to help you determine 
placement. Image size increases with distance, but can vary depending 
on whether you’ve adjusted the image with vertical lens shift, zoom, or 
any other settings.
You can also use the Image Size Calculator
 on the Epson website.
note
You can mount the projector 
on the ceiling, or place it 
behind a translucent screen 
for rear projection. See 
page 101 for details.
Center of 
lensCenter of 
lens 
						

							14Setting Up the ProjectorPowerLite 4100/4300, 4:3 image
Screen sizeProjection distance (A)
Wide to Tele Offset (B)
30 inches 30 to 56 inches
(77 to 142 cm)0 to 18 inches
(0 to 46 cm)
40 inches 41 to 75 inches
(104 to 190 cm)0 to 24 inches
(0 to 61 cm)
50 inches 52 to 94 inches
(131 to 239 cm)0 to 30 inches
(0 to 76 cm)
60 inches 62 to 113 inches
(158 to 287 cm)0 to 36 inches
(0 to 91 cm)
80 inches 84 to 151 inches
(213 to 385 cm)0 to 48 inches
(0 to 122 cm)
100 inches 105 to 190 inches
(267 to 482 cm)0 to 60 inches
(0 to 152 cm)
150 inches 159 to 285 inches
(403 to 725 cm)0 to 90 inches
(0 to 229 cm)
200 inches 212 to 381 inches
(539 to 968 cm)0 to 120 inches
(0 to 305 cm)
250 inches 266 to 477 inches
(675 to 1211 cm)0 to 150 inches
(0 to 381 cm)
300 inches 319 to 572 inches
(811 to 1454 cm)0 to 180 inches
(0 to 457 cm) 
						

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PowerLite 4200W, 16:10 image
Also keep these considerations in mind: 
■Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface.
■Make sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and 
under the projector.
■Make sure the projector is within 10 feet (3 meters) of a grounded 
electrical outlet or extension cord.
Screen sizeProjection distance (A)
Wide to Tele Offset (B)
30 inches 32 to 59 inches
(81 to 149 cm)-1.5 to 17.4 inches
(-4 to 44 cm)
40 inches 43 to 79 inches
(109 to 200 cm)-2 to 23.2 inches
(-5 to 59 cm)
50 inches 54 to 99 inches
(138 to 251 cm)-2.5 to 29 inches
(-6 to 74 cm)
60 inches 66 to 119 inches
(167 to 302 cm)-3 to 34.8 inches
(-8 to 88 cm)
80 inches 88 to 159 inches
(224 to 405 cm)-4 to 46.4 inches
(-10 to 118 cm)
100 inches 111 to 200 inches
(281 to 507 cm)-5 to 58 inches
(-13 to 147 cm)
150 inches 167 to 300 inches
(424 to 762 cm)-7.6 to 87.1 inches
(-19 to 221 cm)
200 inches 223 to 401 inches
(567 to 1018 cm)-10.1 to 116.1 inches
(-26 to 295 cm)
250 inches 280 to 501 inches
(710 to 1273 cm)-12.6 to 145.1 inches
(-32 to 369 cm)
300 inches 336 to 602 inches
(853 to 1529 cm)-15.1 to 174.1 inches
(-38 to 442 cm) 
						

							16Setting Up the ProjectorIdeally, you should place the projector directly in front of the center of 
the screen, facing it toward the screen squarely. The base of the lens 
should be about level with the bottom of the screen.
If you place the projector below screen level, you can use the vertical 
lens shift dial to raise the lens (see page 29). You can also tilt the 
projector up by extending the front adjustable foot. Tilting the 
projector causes the image to become “keystone” shaped, but you can 
correct the distortion (see page 30). 
For instructions on installing the projector in a permanent location, 
such as a theater or conference room, see page 101.
Connecting to a Computer
You can connect the projector to any computer that has a standard 
video output (monitor) port, including desktop models, PC and 
Macintosh computers, and hand-held devices.
If you have the optional wireless mouse receiver, you can use your 
remote control as a wireless mouse when projecting from a computer 
(page 39).
note
After positioning the 
projector, you may want to 
connect a Kensington 
MicroSaver
® anti-theft 
device to the lock port on the 
projector. You can purchase 
this from Epson; see page 9. 
Screen
Projector
note
To connect a Macintosh 
that includes only a Mini 
DisplayPort or Mini-DVI 
port for video output, you 
need to obtain an adapter 
that allows you to connect to 
the projectors VGA video 
port. Contact Apple for 
compatible adapter options. 
						

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Connecting to the Computer Port
You can connect to the projector using the VGA computer cable that 
came with it (the monitor port on your computer must be a mini 
D-sub 15-pin port). 
1. If you’re using the VGA computer cable, connect one end to the 
projector’s 
Computer1 port, and the other end to your 
computer’s monitor port.
 
2. You may need to change the Input Signal setting in the 
projector’s Signal menu to 
RGB(see page 59).
3. With the optional wireless mouse receiver (see page 39), you can 
use the remote control as a mouse.
4. When you’ve finished making any connections, see page 23 for 
instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for 
instructions on displaying and adjusting the image.
caution
Don’t try to force a 
connector to fit a port with a 
different shape or number of 
pins. You may damage the 
port or connector. 
						

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Connecting to the BNC Connectors
1. Obtain a commercially available standard BNC to VGA video 
cable. 
2. Plug the BNC connectors into the projector’s 
B/Cb/Pb, G/Y, and 
R/Cr/Pr connectors as shown below. Depending on your 
computer’s video card, you may have to connect to the projector’s 
V Sync and H/C Sync connectors too. (See your computer 
documentation for more information.)
3. Plug the VGA connector on the other end of the cable into your 
computer’s monitor port.
4. You may need to change the 
Input Signal setting in the 
projector’s Signal menu to 
RGB(see page 59).
5. With the optional wireless mouse receiver (see page 39), you can 
use the remote control as a mouse.
6. When you’ve finished making any connections, see page 23 for 
instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for 
instructions on displaying and adjusting the image. 
						

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Connecting to Video Equipment 
You can connect several video sources to the projector at the same 
time. Before starting, look at your video equipment to determine its 
available video output connections: 
■If your video player has a component video port (three connectors 
labeled either Y/Cb/Cr or Y/Pb/Pr), see “Connecting a 
Component Video Source” on page 21.
■If you’re using a coax video cable, see “Connecting a Composite 
Video Source” on page 20.
■If your video player has an RGB video port (either a single 
connector for a VGA monitor cable or three connectors labeled 
R/G/B), see “Connecting an RGB Video Source” on page 22.
BNC connector 
(component or 
composite video)
VGA connector 
(RGB video) 
						

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Connecting a Composite Video Source
1. If your cable has a bayonet connector (BNC), connect it to the 
Video1 connector on the projector.
2. When you’ve finished making any connections, see page 23 for 
instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for 
instructions on displaying and adjusting the image.
note
If the video cable was not 
provided with your video 
device, you can purchase one 
from an electronics dealer.