Epson Projector Powerlite 5000 User Manual

Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image
When an image appears on screen, check that it is in focus and
correctly positioned on the screen./f&us ring
zoom ring
To focus the image, rotate the focus ring (the inside ring on the
lens).
To adjust the size of the image, rotate the zoom ring (the outside
ring). Rotate the zoom ring clockwise to make the screen image
larger or counterclockwise to make it smaller.
Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image 

If you need to raise or lower the image on the screen,
the foot at the bottom of the projector as follows:extend or retract1.Stand behind the projector and support the front of it while you
press the purple button above the lens. This unlocks the foot so it
can move up and down freely. Do not let the projector drop.
caution: Do not hold the projector by its lens.This can damage
the lens.2.While pressing the purple Foot Release button, raise or lower the
projector until the screen image is correctly...

Auto Button
If you are using image input from a computer, you can press the Auto
button after fitting the image to the screen. Pressing the Auto button
automatically adjusts the computer signal input to the current
projector settings.
Press the Auto button while the image fills the entire screen of your
computer, like a maximized Windows screen. Certain computer input
signals may not be totally compatible with Auto button settings, so
you may need to use the remote control or control panel menus to
make...

Controlling the Projector
You can use the control panel on the top of the projector or the remote
control to perform the following actions:
Turn power on or off
Select auto-setup for the computer image screen
Switch between input images (Computer 1, Computer 2,
video-computer)
Access the projector menus for adjustment of image, audio, video,
and display settings
Control resizing
Control display freeze
Control display blanking
Adjust or mute audio output
Use custom functions (remote control only)
Adjust...

Using the Remote Control
pointer button
multi-purpose
button’ bottom
multi-purpose button
The remote control uses a line-of-sight infrared signal. To use the
remote control, point it towards one of the remote control receivers
located at the front and back of the projector.
You can use the remote control up to about 33 feet (10 meters) from
the projector. (This distance may be shorter if the remote control
batteries are low.)
Note: The projector may not respond to remote control commands in these...

infrared receiver,’ or other equipment emitting infrared energy is present
(such as a radiant room heater). Remove these conditions to use the remote
control or control the projector from a computer.
This table summarizes the functions on the remote control.ButtonFunctionVideoSwitches from computer to video.
MenuDisplays or hides the menu.
ComputerSwitches between Computer 1 and Computer 2, and from video
to computer.
AutoAutomatically adjusts the computer’s graphic signal to optimize it
for projection....

ButtonFunctionResizeSwitches the display dot mode and resize mode (for VGA and
XGA input).
CustomUse to assign functions to the Effects keys using the ELP Link II
software.
FreezeKeeps the current computer or video image on the screen.
MuteCuts off audio.
-Volume +Adjusts the volume
PowerStarts or stops the projector
Control
Enter button
PanelYou can use the control panel to control the printer instead of the
remote control. However, you can program and access the custom
features only when you are using...

The following table summarizes the functions on the control panel.ButtonFunctionPowerStarts or stops projection
VideoSwitches from computer to video.
ComputerSwitches between Computer 1 and Computer 2, and from video
to computer.
MenuDisplays or hides the menu.
Up, down arrowsSynchronizes the computer’s graphic signal.
(Sync+/Sync-)
Use these buttons to adjust an overall image that is fuzzy or
streaked, or to select menu items during menu operations.
Left, right arrowsMatches the projector’s internal...

Projector Status Indicators
The power and lamp indicators at the top of the projector tell you the
projector’s operating status.
power indicator
projection lamp indicator+caution: A red indicator warns you if a serious problem occurs. See
chapter 6, “Troubleshooting, “for what to do if a warning light comes on.
Power Indicator
Light statusMeaning
Steady orange
Sleep mode. (The projector is plugged in, but not projecting.)
Steady greenPower and lamp are on.
Flashing orangeThe projector is hot.
Steady red...

Projection Lamp IndicatorLight statusMeaning
Steady green
Flashing greenProjection lamp is on.
The projector is warming up
Orange and redProjection lamp needs replacing.
flashing alternately
Flashing orangeProjector lamp is cooling down
Steady red
Flashing redProjector lamp has burned out. Replace it to project images.
Problem with projection lamp or lamp power supply
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