Epson Projector PowerLite 955WH User Manual

							Projector Parts - Control Panel
1Source Search button (searches for connected sources)
2 Enter button (selects options)
3 Vertical keystone adjustment buttons (adjust screen shape) and arrow buttons
4 Help button (accesses projector help information)
5 Escbutton (cancels/exits functions)
6 Volume control buttons, horizontal keystone adjustment buttons (adjusts screen shape), and arrow buttons; on the PowerLite S27, these buttons are labelled WideandTele and adjust the
projected image size, rather than the audio volume
7 Menu button (accesses projector menu system)
8 Power button and light
9 Status, Lamp, and Temp(Temperature) lights
Parent topic: Projector Part Locations
Related references
Projector Light Status
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							Projector Parts - Remote Control
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Computer button (cycles through connected computer sources)
3 Video button (cycles through connected video sources)
4 Numeric buttons (enter numbers)
5 Auto button (automatically adjusts position, tracking, and sync settings)
6 Aspect button (selects the image aspect ratio)
7 Num button (when held down, switches numeric buttons to number function)
8 Menu button (accesses projector menu system)
9 Arrow buttons (move through on-screen options and control wireless mouse functions)
10 Enter button (selects options and controls wireless mouse functions)
11 User button (customizable for different functions)
12 Page up/down buttons (control presentation slides)
13 E-Zoom +/ –buttons (zoom into and out of the image)
14 A/V Mute button (turns off picture and sound)
15 Split button (splits the screen)
16 Help button (accesses projector help information)
17 Freeze button (stops video action)
18 Volume up/down buttons (adjust speaker volume)
19 Pointer button (activates on-screen pointer)
20 Escbutton (cancels/exits functions and controls wireless mouse functions)
21 IDbutton (selects projector and remote control ID numbers)
22 Color Mode button (selects display modes)
23 MHL Menu button (displays settings or performs functions for the MHL device; PowerLite
97H/98H/99WH/955WH/965H)
24 LAN button (switches to available network sources)
25 USB button (cycles through connected USB sources)
26 Source Search button (searches for connected sources)
Parent topic: Projector Part Locations
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							Setting Up the Projector
Follow the instructions in these sections to set up your projector for use.
Projector Placement
Projector Connections
Installing Batteries in the Remote Control
Opening the Lens Cover
Projector Placement You can place the projector on almost any flat surface to project an image.
You can also install the projector in a ceiling mount if you want to use it in a fixed location.
Keep these considerations in mind as you select a projector location:
• Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface or install it using a compatible mount.
• Leave plenty of space around and under the projector for ventilation, and do not place it on top of ornext to anything that could block the vents.
• Position the projector within reach of a grounded electrical outlet or extension cord.
Projector Setup and Installation Options
Projection Distance
Parent topic: Setting Up the Projector
Projector Setup and Installation Options You can set up or install your projector in the following ways:
Front
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							Rear
Front Ceiling
Rear Ceiling
Wherever you set up the projector, make sure to position it squarely in front of the center of the screen,
not at an angle, if possible.
If you project from the ceiling or from the rear, be sure to select the correct
Projectionoption in the
projectors menu system.
Parent topic: Projector Placement
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							Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
Projection Distance The distance at which you place the projector from the screen determines the approximate size of the
image. The image size increases the farther the projector is from the screen, but can vary depending on
the zoom factor, aspect ratio, and other settings.
Use the tables here to determine approximately how far to place the projector from the screen based on
the size of the projected image. (Conversion figures may have been rounded up or down.) You can also
use the projector Throw Distance Calculator at epson.com/support(U.S.) orepson.ca/support (Canada).
PowerLite S27 4:3 Aspect Ratio Image or Screen Screen or Projection distance
image size Wide to Tele
1 50 inches 58 to 79 inches (147 to 200 cm)
2 80 inches 93 to 126 inches (237 to 321 cm)
3 100 inches 117 to 158 inches (297 to 401 cm)
4 150 inches 176 to 237 inches (446 to 603 cm)
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							PowerLite X27/X29/97H/98H
4:3 Aspect Ratio Image or Screen Screen or Projection distance
image size Wide to Tele
1 50 inches 59 to 71 inches (150 to 180 cm)
2 80 inches 95 to 114 inches (241 to 290 cm)
3 100 inches 119 to 143 inches (302 to 363 cm)
4 150 inches 179 to 215 inches (454 to 546 cm)
PowerLite W29/99WH 16:10 Aspect Ratio Image or Screen Screen or Projection distance
image size Wide to Tele
1 50 inches 55 to 66 inches (139 to 168 cm)
2 80 inches 88 to 106 inches (225 to 270 cm)
3 100 inches 111 to 133 inches (281 to 338 cm)
4 150 inches 167 to 200 inches (424 to 509 cm)
PowerLite 955WH 16:10 Aspect Ratio Image or Screen Screen or Projection distance
image size Wide to Tele
1 50 inches 58 to 95 inches (149 to 243 cm)
2 80 inches 94 to 153 inches (239 to 390 cm)
3 100 inches 118 to 192 inches (300 to 488 cm)
4 150 inches 178 to 289 inches (451 to 733 cm)
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							PowerLite 965H
4:3 Aspect Ratio Image or Screen Screen or Projection distance
image size Wide to Tele
1 50 inches 55 to 90 inches (140 to 229 cm)
2 80 inches 89 to 145 inches (226 to 368 cm)
3 100 inches 111 to 181 inches (283 to 460 cm)
4 150 inches 168 to 272 inches (426 to 692 cm)
Parent topic: Projector Placement
Projector Connections You can connect the projector to a variety of computer, video, and audio sources to display
presentations, movies, or other images, with or without sound.
• Connect any type of computer (Windows or Mac) that has a USB port, standard video output (monitor)port, or HDMI port.
• For video projection, connect devices such as DVD players, gaming consoles, digital cameras, and smartphones with compatible video output ports.
• If your presentation or video includes sound, you can connect audio input cables, if necessary.
• For slide shows without a computer, you can connect USB devices (such as a flash drive or camera) or an optional Epson document camera.
Caution: If you will use the projector at altitudes above 4921 feet (1500 m), turn on High Altitude Mode
to ensure the projectors internal temperature is regulated properly.
Connecting to Computer Sources
Connecting to Video Sources
Connecting to an External Computer Monitor
Connecting to External Speakers
Connecting a Microphone
Connecting to External USB Devices
Connecting to a Document Camera
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							Parent topic:
Setting Up the Projector
Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
Connecting to Computer Sources Follow the instructions in these sections to connect a computer to the projector.
Connecting to a Computer for USB Video and Audio
Connecting to a Computer for VGA Video
Connecting to a Computer for HDMI Video and Audio
Connecting to a Computer for USB Mouse Control
Connecting to a Computer for Sound
Parent topic:Projector Connections
Connecting to a Computer for USB Video and Audio If your computer meets the system requirements, you can send video and audio output to the projector
through the computers USB port (preferably USB 2.0). Connect the projector to your computer using a
USB cable.
Note:An HDMI connection is recommended for projecting content requiring high bandwidth.
1. Turn on your computer.
2. Connect the cable to your projectors USB-Bport.
3. Connect the other end to any available USB port on your computer.
4. Do one of the following: •Windows 8.x: Click EPSON_PJ_UDin the upper right-corner, then select Run EMP_UDSE.EXE
in the dialog box that appears to install the Epson USB Display software.
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Windows 7/Windows Vista: Select Run EMP_UDSE.EXEin the dialog box that appears to
install the Epson USB Display software.
• Windows XP: Wait as messages appear on your computer screen and the projector installs the
Epson USB Display software on your computer.
• OS X: The USB Display setup folder appears on your screen. Select USB Display Installerand
follow the on-screen instructions to install the Epson USB Display software.
Follow any on-screen instructions. You need to install this software only the first time you connect
the projector to the computer.
Note: If you are using Windows XP and you see a message asking if you want to restart your
computer, select No.
The projector displays the image from your computers desktop and outputs sound, if your presentation
contains audio.
Parent topic: Connecting to Computer Sources
Related references
USB Display System Requirements
Related tasks
Connecting to a Computer for HDMI Video and Audio
Connecting to a Computer for VGA Video You can connect the projector to your computer using a VGA computer cable.
Note:To connect a Mac that includes only a Mini DisplayPort, Thunderbolt port, or Mini-DVI port for
video output, you need to obtain an adapter that allows you to connect to the projectors VGA video port.
Contact Apple for compatible adapter options.
1. If necessary, disconnect your computers monitor cable.
2. Connect the VGA computer cable to your computers monitor port.
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