Epson Projector Powerlite 50c Quickstart Guide

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Quick Setup
Connect the power cord to your projector and plug the other end into a grounded outlet.
3Connect the other end to your laptop’s video or      monitor port.
1
Turn on the projector first. To do so, press the red Powerbutton.
The      power light flashes green as the projector warms up,
and the projection lamp comes on in about 30 seconds.
2
Turn on or restart your laptop. (Windows®only: If you see a
New Hardware Wizard screen, click Cancel.)
Turn Over
Press the red Powerbutton twice, then let the projector cool while the     power light
flashes orange (about a minute). Once the light stops flashing and stays on, it’s safe to
unplug the projector.
Never unplug the projector when the     power light is green or flashing orange.
Locate everything
you’ll need
Plug in your projector
Turn on your equipment
Caution:Before unplugging the projector...
For most setups, you’ll need just these two cables:
You won’t need to install any software. 
Power
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2Make sure your projector and laptop are turned off.
Connect one end of the computer cable to the
Computerport on the projector.
Connect the projector
to your laptop
power cord computer cable
Follow these instructions to connect the projector
to your laptop. To connect other devices, such as
a VCR or desktop PC, see your User’s Guide.
power button
power light 
						

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If you see a blank screen or the No Signal message
after turning on your laptop, check the following: 

Make sure the     power light is green and
not flashing and the lens cap is off.

Try turning off the laptop and restarting it.

If you’ve connected more than one computer and/or video source,
you may need to press the Sourcebutton on top of the projector.
(Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing it.)
Adjust the image
1
Remove the lens cap and rotate the focus ring
to sharpen the image.
If You See a Blank Screen

Press the function key that lets you display on an external monitor.
It may have an icon such as        , or it may be labelled CRT/LCD.
You may have to hold down the Fn(function) key while pressing it.
(Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing
the key.) Check your laptop’s manual or online help for details.
On most systems, the        or CRT/LCD key let you toggle between
the LCD screen and the projector, or display on both at the same
time.

You might need to use the Display utility in the Control Panel
to enable both the LCD screen and external monitor port.
If you’re using a Windows laptop:If you’re using a Macintosh
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Raise the image as needed. To do this, pull up the blue foot
release levers and lift the front of the projector. Once the
image is positioned where you want it, release the levers
to lock the feet in position.
3
If your image looks like      or      , you’ve placed the projector
at an angle to the screen. Move it directly in front of the
center of the screen, facing the screen squarely.
4
If your image looks like      or      , press the + or – side of
the Keystonebutton to correct the shape of the image.
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Note:If you see a blank screen           after focusing,
see the box below. 
1. From the Apple menu, select Control Panels, then click Monitors
and Sound.
2. Click the Arrangeicon.
3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other. This lets you display
on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen.
If this option isn’t available, you may need to select one of the
Simulscan resolution settings:
1. Perform step 1 above, if necessary.
2. Click the Monitoricon.
3. Select a Simulscanresolution as shown. (Allow a few seconds for
the projector to sync up after making the selection.)
focus ring
No signal
drag one monitor icon
on top of the other
click here
select a Simulscan
resolution
click here
No signal