Epson Projector PowerLite 98H User Manual

							7. When you finish selecting settings, click
Exitto exit the program.
Parent topic: Crestron RoomView Support
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							Using Basic Projector Features
Follow the instructions in these sections to use your projectors basic features.
Turning On the Projector
Turning Off the Projector
Selecting the Language for the Projector Menus
Adjusting the Image Height
Image Shape
Resizing the Image
Focusing the Image Using the Focus Ring
Remote Control Operation
Selecting an Image Source
Projection Modes
Image Aspect Ratio
Color Mode
Controlling the Volume with the Volume Buttons
Projecting a PC Free Presentation
Turning On the Projector Turn on the computer or video equipment you want to use before you turn on the projector so it can
display the image source.
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							1. Connect the power cord to the projectors power inlet.
2. Plug the power cord into an electrical outlet.
Note: WithDirect Power On turned on, the projector turns on as soon as you plug it in.
The projectors power light turns blue. This indicates that the projector is receiving power.
3. Press the power button on the projector or the remote control to turn on the projector. The projector beeps and the Status light flashes blue as the projector warms up. Once the projector
is warmed up, the Status light stops flashing and turns blue.
Warning: Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is on. This can damage your eyes and is
especially dangerous for children.
If you do not see a projected image right away, try the following:
• Turn on the connected computer or video device.
• Insert a DVD or other video media and press the play button, if necessary.
• Press the Source Search button on the projector or remote control to detect the video source.
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
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							Related references
Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
Related tasks
Selecting an Image Source
Turning Off the Projector Before turning off the projector, shut down any computer connected to it so you can see the computer
display during shutdown.
Note:Turn off this product when not in use to prolong the life of the projector. Lamp life will vary
depending upon mode selected, environmental conditions, and usage. Brightness decreases over time.
1. Press the power button on the projector or the remote control.
The projector displays a shutdown confirmation screen.
2. Press the power button again. (To leave it on, press any other button.) The projector beeps twice, the lamp turns off, and the Status light turns off.
Note: With Epsons Instant Off technology, there is no cool-down period so you can pack up the
projector for transport right away (if necessary).
Caution: Do not turn the projector on immediately after turning it off. Turning the projector on and off
frequently may shorten the life of the lamp.
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							3. To transport or store the projector, make sure the Status light is off, then unplug the power cord.
Caution: To avoid damaging the projector or lamp, never unplug the power cord when the Status
light is on or flashing.
4. Close the projectors lens cover.
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
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							Selecting the Language for the Projector Menus
If you want to view the projectors menus and messages in another language, you can change the
Language setting.
1. Turn on the projector.
2. Press theMenubutton.
3. Select the Extendedmenu and press Enter.
4. Select the Languagesetting and press Enter.
5. Select the language you want to use and press Enter.
6. Press MenuorEsc to exit the menus.
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
Adjusting the Image Height If you are projecting from a table or other flat surface, and the image is too high or low, you can adjust
the image height using the projectors adjustable feet.
1. Turn on the projector and display an image.
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							2. To adjust the front foot, pull up on the foot release lever and lift the front of the projector.
The foot extends from the projector.
3. Release the lever to lock the foot.
4. If the image is tilted, rotate the rear feet to adjust their height.
If the projected image is unevenly rectangular, you need to adjust the image shape.
Parent topic: Using Basic Projector Features
Related concepts
Image Shape
Image Shape You can project an evenly rectangular image by placing the projector directly in front of the center of the
screen and keeping it level. If you place the projector at an angle to the screen, or tilted up or down, or off
to the side, you may need to correct the image shape for the best display quality.
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							When you turn on automatic keystone correction in your projectors Settings menu, your projector
automatically corrects vertical keystone effects when you reposition the projector.
Correcting Image Shape with the Horizontal Keystone Slider
Correcting Image Shape with the Keystone Buttons
Correcting Image Shape with Quick Corner
Parent topic:
Using Basic Projector Features
Correcting Image Shape with the Horizontal Keystone Slider You can use the projectors horizontal keystone slider to correct the shape of an image that is unevenly
rectangular horizontally, such as when the projector is placed to the side of the projection area.
1. Turn on the projector and display an image.
Note: You can display a pattern to aid in adjusting the projected image using the Settings menu.
Note: You can also display the pattern by pressing the Userbutton on the remote control (if the test
pattern is assigned to this button).
2. Adjust the slider until the image is evenly rectangular.
After correction, your image is slightly smaller.
Parent topic: Image Shape
Related references
Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu
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							Correcting Image Shape with the Keystone Buttons
You can use the projectors keystone correction buttons to correct the shape of an image that is
unevenly rectangular on the sides.
1. Turn on the projector and display an image.
Note: You can display a pattern to aid in adjusting the projected image using the Settings menu.
Note: You can also display the pattern by pressing the Userbutton on the remote control (if the test
pattern is assigned to this button).
2. Press one of these keystone buttons on the control panel to display the Keystone adjustment screen.
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							3. Press a keystone button on the projectors control panel to adjust the image shape.
Note: The horizontal keystone adjustment buttons are labeled WideandTele on the PowerLite S27.
After correction, your image is slightly smaller.
Note: If the projector is installed out of reach, you can also correct the image shape with the remote
control using the Keystonesettings in the projector menus.
Parent topic: Image Shape
Related references
Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu
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