Epson Projector Powerlite 52c User Manual

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Connecting the RCA Video and Audio Cables
Before starting, make sure the projector and your DVD player or 
other video source are turned off.
1. Connect one end of the yellow RCA plug to the projector’s 
Video 
jack.
2. Connect the other end of the plug to the video-out jack on your 
video source.
3. Connect one end of the white RCA plug to the projector’s white 
Audio jack. 
4. Connect the other end to the audio-out jack on your video source. 
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16Setting Up the Projector
Connecting an S-Video Cable
If your video source has an S-Video jack, you can use it to project a 
higher quality video image. You’ll need an S-Video cable, which may 
be included with your video source or can be purchased at an 
electronics store.
Before starting, make sure the projector and your DVD player or 
other video source are turned off.
1. Insert one end of an S-Video cable into the projector’s 
S-Video 
port.
2. Insert the other end into the S-Video output port of...

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Connecting a Component Video Cable
If your video source has component video connectors, you can use 
them to project a higher quality video image. You’ll need a 
component video to VGA cable, which can be purchased from 
EPSON (ELPKC19). See page 7.
Before starting, make sure the projector and your DVD player or 
other video device are turned off.
1. Connect the large end of the component video cable to the 
projector’s 
Computer/Component Video port. 
2. Insert the three ends...

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Using the Projector19
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Using the Projector
Once you’ve set up the projector, you’re ready to turn it on, adjust 
the image, and give your presentation. 
This chapter covers the following:
■Turning on the projector and other equipment
■Adjusting the image
■Using the remote control
■Shutting down the projector
note
Although you can operate the 
projector without it, the 
remote control lets you use 
additional features. 
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20Using the Projector
Turning On Your Equipment
Make sure your projector and other equipment are set up and 
connected correctly, as described in Chapter 1 or Appendix A. Then 
turn on your projector, as described below, followed by any 
equipment you’ve connected to it. 
Turning On the Projector
Follow these steps to plug in and turn on the projector:
1. Connect one end of the power cord to the projector’s power inlet 
on the back of the projector. 
2. Connect the other end to an electrical outlet. 
The...

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4. Press the red Power button on top of the projector or on the 
remote control. 
The power light flashes green as the projector warms up, and the 
projection lamp comes on in about 30 seconds. The power light 
stays green. 
5. Do one of the following:
■If you’re using a computer, turn it on or restart it. In a few 
moments, you should see your computer display projected. 
(Windows
® only: If you see a message saying that it has found 
a plug-and-play monitor, click 
Cancel.) 
■If...

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What To Do If You See a Blank Screen
If you see a blank screen or a blue screen with the message No Signal 
after turning on your computer or video source, try the following:
■Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described on 
page 12 (for laptops) or in Appendix A (for other systems).
■Make sure the power light is green and not flashing and the lens 
cover is off. 
■Try restarting your computer. (If you’re using a laptop, see one of 
the following sections.)
■Press the...

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If you’re using a Macintosh laptop with OS 9.x:
You may need to set up your system to display on the projector screen 
as well as the LCD screen. Follow these steps:
1. From the Apple menu, select 
Control Panels, then click 
Monitors or Monitors and Sound.
2. Click the Arrange icon.
3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other. 
If the 
Arrange option isn’t available, you may need to select one of 
the Simulscan resolution settings:
1. Click the 
Monitor icon, if necessary. 
2....

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If you’re using a Macintosh laptop with OS X:
You may need to set up your system to display on the projector screen 
as well as the LCD screen. Follow these steps:
1. From the Apple menu, select 
System Preferences, then click 
Displays.
2. Select the VGA Display dialog box, click the Arrange or 
Arrangement tab, and make sure Mirror Displays is checked.
Click here
Select Mirror 
Displays
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