Epson Projector Powerlite 50c User Manual

36Using the Projector
Shutting Down the Projector
When you’ve finished using the projector, follow the recommended 
procedure to shut it down. This extends the life of the lamp and 
protects the projector from possible overheating.
1. If you’ve connected a computer or laptop and it’s displaying only 
through the projector, shut down the computer first; otherwise 
you won’t be able to see your computer’s display if you try 
turning it off after the projector. 
2. Press the red 
Power button on top of the...

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Fine-Tuning the Projector37
Fine-Tuning the Projector
You can use the on-screen menus to adjust the image, sound, and 
other features of your projector. This chapter covers the following 
information:

Using the menus

Adjusting the image

Adjusting the sound

Customizing the highlighting tools

Customizing projector features

Viewing projector information

Restoring the default settings
Using the Menus
These on-screen menus let you adjust and customize the projector 
features from the remote control:...

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About provides information about the current projector and 
lamp settings, and lets you reset the lamp timer when you’ve 
replaced the projector’s lamp.

Reset All restores the factory defaults to all the projector settings.
Changing Menu Settings
You use the Menu, Enter and Esc buttons on the remote control to 
change menu settings.
1. To display the main menu, press the 
Menu button. The menus 
are displayed on the left, and the options available for the current 
menu are...

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Adjusting the Image
You can make a variety of image adjustments with the Video menu. 
The options available in the menu depend on which source is 
connected to the projector: computer or video.
Computer or component video source menu Video source menu
Video menu
Menu item Description
Position Moves the displayed image up, down, left, or right. Use the Enter button to move the 
screen position in the corresponding direction.
Tracking* Removes vertical lines from the computer...

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* Available only when Computer is selected as the input source.
** Available only when Video is selected as the input source.
*** Available only when you’re projecting component video images.
Sharpness Adjusts the sharpness of the image. (If keystone correction adversely affects the 
image, decrease the Sharpness setting.) Press the right or left side of the Enter button 
to adjust the setting and see the results.
Gamma Adjusts the vividness of image colors. 
Choose Dynamic...

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Adjusting the Sound
You can use the Audio menu to adjust the sound volume or quality.
* For component video sources, select Video.
Customizing the Highlighting Tools
You can use the Effect menu to customize the highlighting tools, as 
described on page 35, and set the cursor speed.  Audio menu
Menu item Description
Volume Adjusts the sound volume level output from the projector. Press the right or left side 
of the Enter button to adjust the setting.
Tone Adjusts the sound...

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Customizing Projector Features
You can use the Setting menu and the Advanced menu to adjust a 
variety of projector functions.
* You can also use the Keystone button on the projector to adjust this setting. If the image is noticeably uneven, 
reduce the Sharpness setting on the Video menu.
Setting menu
Menu item Description
Keystone Corrects a trapezoid-shaped, distorted image to a 4:3 ratio rectangle, adjusting up to a 
±15° tilt. Press the right or left side of the Enter...

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Viewing Projector Information
The About menu lets you view information about the display settings 
of your computer, your video signal mode, and the number of hours 
the lamp has been used. The options available in the menu depend on 
which source is connected to the projector: computer or video.
* Available only when Computer is selected as the input source.
** Available only when Video is selected as the input source.
note
The life span of the projector 
lamp is...

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Restoring the Default Settings
The Reset All setting lets you return all the projector’s menu settings 
to their initial factory defaults, except for the Lamp and Language 
settings. 
Select 
Reset All and press the Enter button on the remote control to 
display the confirmation screen. Select 
Yes to reset all the default 
settings or 
No to cancel. 

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Maintaining and Transporting the Projector45
Maintaining and 
Transporting the Projector
Your projector needs little maintenance. All you need to do on a 
regular basis is keep the lens clean. Any dirt or smears on the lens will 
show up on your projected image. 
You also need to periodically clean the air intake vent on the side of 
the projector. A clogged vent can block ventilation needed to cool the 
projector and keep it from overheating. 
The only parts you should replace are the lamp and air...