Epson Projector Powerlite 450w User Manual

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Connecting a Component Video Source
If your video equipment has component video connectors (three 
connectors labeled either Y/Cb/Cr or Y/Pb/Pr), you will need a 
component-to-VGA video cable or a component video cable and 
adapter. You can order the component-to-VGA cable (ELPKC19) 
from Epson (see page 19) or an electronics dealer.
1. Connect the component end of the cable (3 male RCA) to the 
color-coded Y/Cb/Cr (or Y/Pb/Pr) connectors on...

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Connecting an RGB Video Source
You can connect to an RGB video source using the VGA computer 
cable provided with the projector.
1. Connect the cable to the RGB video port on your player and the 
Computer1 or Computer2 port on the projector.
2. You may need to change the 
Input Signal setting in the 
projector’s Signal menu to 
RGB (see page 64).
3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 53 for 
instructions on connecting...

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Playing Sound Through the Projector
You can play sound through the projector’s speaker system or attach 
an external speaker system. You can also connect a microphone and 
output sound through the projector.
You can use the   or   
Volume buttons on the remote control to 
adjust the volume.
Playing Computer Audio
For laptop and most desktop computers, use a 3.5 mm stereo 
mini-jack cable, which you can purchase from a computer or 
electronics...

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Playing Sound from Video Equipment
For video equipment, use an RCA-style audio cable, which you can 
purchase from an electronics store. 
1. Connect the red and white plugs on one end of the cable to the 
L 
and 
R Audio jacks on the projector. 
 
2. Connect the red and white plugs on the other end to the 
corresponding color-coded audio output jacks on your video 
source.
note
If you are using a 
component-to-VGA cable, 
you will need to...

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Connecting a Microphone
You can connect a dynamic microphone to the projector’s Mic port, 
using a 3.5 mm mini-jack cable as shown below.
Use the 
Mic Input Level option on the Settings menu to adjust the 
volume. See page 66 for more information. 

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Connecting External Speakers
You can output sound from the projector to external speakers with a 
built-in amplifier. 
1. Locate the appropriate cable to connect your speakers.
Depending on your speakers, you may be able to use a standard 
audio cable with a stereo mini-jack connector on one end and pin 
jacks on the other end. For some speakers, you may need a special 
cable or adapter. 
2. Connect the stereo mini-jack end of the audio cable to...

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Connecting a Document Camera or 
Other USB Device 
You can connect an interactive whiteboard, document camera, USB 
thumb (flash memory) drive, USB hard drive, or multimedia storage 
viewer, such as the Epson P-7000. You can use the projector’s 
Slideshow function to display JPEG images or a presentation. See 
page 40 for details.
Use the USB cable specified for your device. 
1. Follow the instructions beginning on page 25 to turn on the...

58Connecting to Computers, USB Devices, and Other Equipment If you are connected to another image source, press the 
USB 
button on the remote control to go to the Slideshow program.
5. See page 40 for instructions on controlling the slideshow.
6. When you’re finished, press 
Esc and select Exit to exit the 
Slideshow before turning off or removing the USB device.
Be sure to turn off your USB device (if necessary) before you remove 
the device or cable from the projector. Failure to do so may damage 
the...

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Fine-Tuning the Projector
You can use the projector’s on-screen menus to adjust the image, 
sound, and other features. This chapter covers the following 
information:
■Using the menu system
■Adjusting the image
■Adjusting signal settings
■Customizing projector features
■Customizing power and operation
■Using the projector security features 

60Fine-Tuning the Projector
Using the Menu System
You can use the remote control or the projector’s control panel to 
access the menus and change settings. Follow these steps:
1. To display the menu screen, press the 
Menu button on the 
remote control or on the projector. You see a menu screen similar 
to the one below: 
The menus are listed on the left and the options available for the 
highlighted menu are shown on the right.
2. Use the arrow buttons on the remote control or the projector to 
scroll...