Epson Projector Powerlite 4300 User Manual

							Setting Up the Projector21
Connecting a Component Video Source
1. Look at the connectors at one end of your component video cable. 
If they are bayonet (BNC) connectors, go on to step 2. If they are 
RCA connectors, you’ll need to attach commercially available 
BNC adapters to plug the cable into your projector, then 
continue with step 2.
2. Connect the cable to your player and the BNC connectors on the 
projector. Match the Y/Cb/Cr (or Y/Pb/Pr) connectors on your 
player to the corresponding connectors on the projector.
3. You may need to change the 
Input Signal setting in the 
projector’s Signal menu to 
Component (see page 59).
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.
note
If the component video cable 
was not provided with your 
video device, you can 
purchase one from an 
electronics dealer.
note
Be sure your video player is 
not an RGB video source. 
If you select the wrong 
source, image quality may 
suffer. Check your video 
player’s documentation.
Also, make sure the Input 
Signal setting in the Signal 
menu is set to 
Auto or 
Component (see page 59).
note
If you have a 
component-to-VGA video 
cable, you can use it to 
connect a component video 
source. Connect the VGA 
connector to the projector’s 
Computer1 port, then 
connect the other end of the 
cable to your player. 
						

							22Setting Up the Projector
Connecting an RGB Video Source
Connecting Using a VGA Computer Cable
1. Locate the VGA computer cable provided with the projector. 
2. Connect the cable to the video port on your player and 
the 
Computer1 port on the projector.
 
3. You may need to change the Input Signal setting in the 
projector’s Signal menu to 
RGB (see page 59).
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.
note
Be sure your video player is 
not a component video 
source. If you select the 
wrong source, image quality 
may suffer. Check your 
video player’s 
documentation. 
						

							Setting Up the Projector23
Connecting Using a BNC Cable
1. Locate a BNC video cable (one may be included with your video 
equipment). 
2. Connect the cable between your player and the corresponding 
R/G/B connectors on the projector.
3. You may need to change the 
Input Signal setting in the 
projector’s Signal menu to 
RGB (see page 59).
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.
Turning the Projector On and Off 
Turn on any connected computer or video equipment before starting 
the projector so it can automatically detect and display 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 28).  
						

							24Setting Up the ProjectorFollow these steps to turn on the projector: 
1. Remove the lens cover. 
2. Plug one end of the power cord into the projector, and the other 
end into an electrical outlet.
The Ppower light turns orange.
note
You can set the projector to 
automatically turn off the 
lamp and enter “sleep mode” 
when it has not received any 
signals for 1 to 30 minutes 
(see page 67 to enable, 
disable, or adjust this 
setting). This conserves 
electricity, cools the 
projector, and extends the 
life of the lamp. If you want 
to start projecting again, 
press the 
P power button. If 
you are done using the 
projector, unplug the power 
cord. 
Power light 
						

							Setting Up the Projector25
3. Press the Ppower button on the remote control or on the back of 
the projector.
The projector beeps once and the Ppower light flashes green as 
the projector warms up, then an image begins to appear. When 
the Ppower light stops flashing and remains green, the projector 
is ready for use. 
4. If you are prompted to enter a password, see page 63.
Using the Direct Power On Function
The Direct Power On function enables faster setup. The projector 
starts up automatically when you plug it in or turn it on with a wall 
switch. You don’t have to press the Ppower button. 
Follow these steps to enable Direct Power On: 
1. Press the 
Menu button on the remote control or projector, then 
select the 
Extended menu and press Enter.
2. Choose 
Operation and press Enter. 
3. Choose 
Direct Power On and press Enter.
4. Highlight 
On and press Enter. 
5. Press 
Menu to exit. The setting will take effect the next time you 
plug in the projector.
warning
Never look into the lens 
when the lamp is on. This 
can damage your eyes, and is 
especially dangerous for 
children and pets.
note
If a power outage occurs 
when Direct Power On is 
enabled and the projector is 
plugged in, the projector will 
restart when the power is 
restored. 
						

							26Setting Up the Projector
Shutting Down the Projector
This projector incorporates Instant Off technology. To turn it off, you 
can press its Ppower button as described below, unplug it, or turn off 
a power switch that supplies power to the projector. You don’t have to 
wait for the projector to cool down first. 
1. To turn off the projector, press the Ppower
 button on the remote 
control or projector.
You see a confirmation message. 
(If you don’t want to turn it off, 
press any other button.)
2. Press the Ppower button again. The projection lamp turns off 
and the projector beeps twice, and you can unplug the power 
cord. 
If you want to turn the projector on again, make sure the orange 
Ppower light is not flashing, then press the Ppower button.
note
Turn off this product when 
not in use to prolong the life 
of the projector.  
						

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2
Displaying and Adjusting 
the Image
Follow the guidelines in this chapter for: 
■Displaying an image
■Adjusting the image 
						

							28Displaying and Adjusting the Image
Displaying an Image
You may need to select the image source if you have multiple video 
sources connected to the projector (such as a computer or DVD 
player). Selecting the image source lets you switch between images 
input from different pieces of connected equipment. 
If you don’t see the image you want, press the 
Search button or one 
of the 
Source buttons on the remote control, or the Source Search 
button on the projector until you see the image you want to project.
You can also use the 
Source buttons on the remote control to switch 
between devices connected to the ports identified on each button.
Adjusting the Image
Once you see your image, you need to make certain adjustments:
■If the image is too high or too low, reposition it as described on 
page 29.
■To focus or zoom your image, see page 30. 
■If the image isn’t square, see page 30.
■To quickly adjust the color, brightness, or contrast, see page 32.
■To change the image aspect ratio, see page 33.
■If you need to fine-tune the image, see Chapter 5.
note
The projector can display a 
test pattern to help you 
adjust some image settings. 
See page 60. 
						

							Displaying and Adjusting the Image29
Adjusting the Position of the Image
You can use the vertical lens shift dial on the top of the projector to 
move your image up or down, or you can use the horizontal lens shift 
dial to move your image left or right.
Additionally, if the projector is on a table, you can use the projector’s 
adjustable feet to adjust the image:
1. Stand behind the projector. Press the foot release lever up and lift 
the front of the projector.
2. Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the lever 
to lock the foot in position.
Vertical Horizontal 
note
Raising the projector with 
the front adjustable foot 
causes the image shape to 
distort or “keystone,” but 
you can correct the shape as 
described on page 30. 
						

							30Displaying and Adjusting the Image3. If necessary, you can fine-tune the height or level the image by 
turning any of the projector’s adjustable feet.
Focusing and Zooming the Image
Turn the focus ring on the projector to sharpen the image. 
Turn the zoom ring (using the knobs on the ring) to reduce or enlarge 
the image. 
If the image still isn’t large enough, you may need to move the 
projector farther away from the screen. You can also use the 
E-Zoom 
buttons on the remote control to zoom in on a portion of the image. 
See page 37 for instructions. 
Adjusting the Image Shape
You can maintain a square or rectangular image by placing the 
projector directly in front of the screen and keeping it level. This also 
produces the best picture quality. If the projector is tilted up or placed 
at an angle, you’ll need to correct the image shape by using one of the 
functions described below. 
Using Quick Corner
Use Quick Corner to adjust the shape and size of the image when it’s 
uneven on all sides. Follow these steps to select 
Quick Corner:
1. Press the 
Menu button on the remote control or the projector.
2. Select the 
Settings menu and press Enter. 
3. From the Settings menu, select 
Keystone and press Enter. 
4. Select 
Quick Corner and press Enter twice.
Focus Zoom