EPSON PowerLite 8150i User’s Guide ® ® EPSON PowerLite 8150i Multimedia Projector ® ® EPSON PowerLite 8150i Multimedia Projector ® CPD-11971 ®
EPSON PowerLite 8150i ® ® Multimedia Projector User’s Guide
Important Safety Information WARNING: Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on; the bright light can damage your eyes. Never let children look into the lens when it is on. Never open any cover on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers. Dangerous electrical voltages inside the projector can severely injure you. Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personnel.
Contents Introduction 1Presenting Without a Computer 2Presenting from a Laptop or VCR 3Displaying and Adjusting the Image Getting the Most from Your Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Reading This Manual Online . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . Getting Help . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2 4 4 5 Creating Your Presentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
Adjusting the Image and Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Focusing and Zooming Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41 Adjusting the Height of Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 42 Adjusting the Image Shape . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 43 Resizing the Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Adjusting the Volume . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 44 Turning On the Projector Automatically . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
- Introduction Follow these guidelines when reading this manual: warnings Warnings must be followed carefully to avoid bodily injury. cautions Cautions must be observed to avoid damaging your equipment. The EPSON ® PowerLite® 8150i is a highly versatile presentation tool. You can connect it to one or two computer sources and up to three video sources and easily switch between them. In addition, the projector’s EasyMP.
Getting the Most from Your Projector Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you can take advantage of the following options: ■ Presenting without a computer If the projector is connected to your network, you can use its EasyMP.net features to transfer your presentation directly to the projector. This lets you walk into the meeting room hands-free and deliver your presentation without having to connect a PC or laptop. office PC meeting room EasyMP.
■ Drawing on the screen If you’re using EasyMP.net, you can connect a USB device, such as a mouse or drawing tablet, directly to the projector. This lets you draw on the screen, make notes, and highlight your presentation. See page 20. If you don’t have access to a USB mouse or tablet, you can use the projector’s EMP Tablet software to draw on screen using your laptop’s mouse; see page 21. (You can also connect a drawing tablet to your laptop.
Using Your Documentation This book contains all the information you need to operate your projector and its software. For complete setup and maintenance information, or to order additional parts and accessories, see the projector Administrator’s Manual. Reading This Manual Online The projector CD-ROM includes an electronic copy of this manual. You may find it convenient to copy it onto your computer’s hard drive so it’s always with you.
Getting Help If you experience a problem with the projector, check with your network or projector administrator first. You can also check for troubleshooting tips in Chapter 5 starting on page 59. If you still need help after checking these sources, you can use the EPSON PrivateLine® Support service. Call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the PrivateLine card in the projector Owner’s Kit. Or take advantage of EPSON’s automated support services 24 hours a day.
6 Introduction
1 Presenting Without a Computer If the projector is connected to the network, you can use its EasyMP.net features to deliver your presentation without having to connect a PC or laptop. (If you plan to connect a computer or video device, see Chapter 2 for instructions.
Creating Your Presentation note For help designing your presentation, log on to www.presentersonline.com. This site includes a library of articles covering presentation tips and tricks, and provides templates and clip art you can use. Follow the guidelines below to create your presentation in a file format that’s compatible with the projector. You can use a variety of Microsoft application files and image files in their native formats, or you can prepare a specially modified file called a scenario.
To create a scenario, follow these steps: 1. Open the EMP Scenario program from your desktop or from the EasyMP programs folder. 2. To create a scenario, use the folder window to navigate to the files you want to use. Available files appear in the file window: folder window scenario window file window thumbnail window 3. Drag the files you want to use from the file window to the scenario window.
Once the scenario has been transferred to the projector, you can view it using Easy View: 1. Start Easy View as described on page 17. Then highlight the scenario’s file name and click Play. 2. To advance to the next slide, press the Esc button on the remote control (or right-click with your mouse), then click the forward arrow in the navigation menu that appears on the screen: navigation buttons click here to exit 3. To exit your presentation early (before showing the last slide), click the exit icon.
Transferring Your Presentation to the Projector Follow the instructions in this section to transfer a supported application or image file directly to the projector; to copy a scenario to the projector, see the previous section. When you send your presentation to the projector, it gets stored on the projector’s removable memory card.
You see this screen, with the files on your PC listed on the left: click here PC files 2. Click the Connect icon, as shown above. You see this screen: select projector name and click OK 3. Select the name of your projector, then click OK. (If necessary, click the drop-down arrow and select the correct projector from the list. If it isn’t listed, you may need to click the Search button; see the Administrator’s Manual for details.
4. To copy your presentation to the projector, highlight its name on the left side of the screen, then highlight the folder’s name where you want to copy it on the right side of the screen. Then click the copy icon. When you’re done transferring your presentation, see page 17 for instructions on projecting it. For additional information on using the EMP File Utility, see the online help.
You see this screen, with the files on the projector listed on the left: projector files click Connection Target Setting 4. Click Connection Target Setting, as shown above. You see this screen: 5. Select the name of the PC (or shared folder) where your presentation is located, then click Connection. (If the computer or folder name isn’t listed, contact your projector or network administrator to have it added.
All files currently stored on the connected computer appear on the right side of the screen: note files on connected PC You can click the File icon to create a new folder, or to rename an existing file or folder. If you need to type a file or folder name, use a USB keyboard or a PC running the EMP Tablet software. 6. To copy your presentation to the projector, highlight its name on the right side of the screen, then highlight the projector folder where you want to copy it on the left side of the screen.
Copying Your Presentation Directly to the Memory Card If you have a laptop with a PCMCIA slot, you can insert the projector’s memory card in the slot and copy your presentation directly onto the card. Before starting your presentation, you’ll need to place the card in the projector as described below. 1. If necessary, remove the memory card that’s already in the projector.
Delivering Your Presentation If your presentation is on a remote PC (you haven’t copied it to the projector’s memory card), you can start and run it as long as the projector and the PC are on the same network. Otherwise, you’ll have to copy your presentation to the projector’s memory card, as described on page 11, before starting your presentation.
4. Click Viewer as shown in the previous screen. note To ensure that your images display correctly, make sure Fit to screen is selected in the Viewer window. 5. Do one of the following: ■ If your presentation is on the projector’s memory card, locate its file name in the file window. ■ If your presentation is on a remote PC, click the Connection icon at the top of the screen. Enter the name of the remote computer and its shared drive or folder name, then click Connection.
Follow these guidelines when viewing your presentation: ■ If you’re showing a Microsoft Word or Excel file, you can move through it using the scroll bars on the sides of the screen. Excel spreadsheet tabs scroll bars If you’re displaying a multi-page Excel spreadsheet, you can jump to a different page by clicking one of the tabs at the top of the screen. When viewing a PowerPoint presentation, press the Enter button on the remote control to advance to the next slide.
Highlighting Your Presentation You can highlight your presentation with special symbols or your own drawings, and you can annotate it with on-screen text. For simple pointer effects, you can use the remote control, or for more sophisticated effects you can use a mouse or drawing tablet. Choosing a Drawing Tool If all you want to do is place simple figures on the screen—such as an arrow or an underline to highlight key points—you can use the remote control to guide the cursor. For details, see page 52.
A special template comes with the projector that you can place under the tablet’s clear plastic overlay. The template includes the same highlighting tool icons and toolbar functions as the EMP Tablet software, described in the next section. note You can print additional copies of the template from the Tablet_sheet.pdf file on your projector CD-ROM.
3. While viewing the projected image, use your laptop’s mouse or drawing tablet to control the cursor. In some cases, you may need to move or resize the EMP Tablet window on your laptop to be able to guide the cursor near the edge of the projected image. You can use the buttons at the top of the screen to change the cursor to various highlighting marks, as shown: stamp or pointer bar or underline box clear all highlights The other buttons on the toolbar give you access to various projector features.
Drawing on the Screen You can draw and write either on a projected image, as described below, or on a blank screen (using it like a digital white board). Follow the instructions in the sections below. Drawing on a Projected Image Follow these steps to sketch or make notes on an image you’re projecting: 1. Begin by displaying the image you want to view. It can be a PowerPoint slide, Excel spreadsheet, or any other type of image supported by the projector. 2. Right-click with the mouse.
Select one of the other drawing tools as shown. You can adjust drawing tool attributes by clicking the checkbox icon; a second menu appears on screen. After making your selections, click the return icon to close both menus and resume drawing. 5. When done drawing on screen, right-click, then click the exit icon to continue your presentation. (Your drawings and notes will be erased; to save them, see page 25.) Drawing on a Blank Screen If you prefer, you can draw or make notes on a blank screen.
3. When done drawing on screen, right-click, then click the exit icon. (Your drawings and notes will be erased; to save them, see the next section.) Saving Your Drawings and Notes You can capture images displayed on the screen, including your drawings and notes, and save them on the projector’s memory card. This lets you view them at a later time. You can also share your captured images by transferring them to other systems on the network.
Sharing Captured Images If you wish to copy your captured JPEG files to another system without first converting them to HTML, do one of the following: ■ If you’re in the meeting room, you can copy the files to a remote PC or file server using Easy File as described on page 13. ■ If you’re in your office, you can download the files to your computer using the EMP File Utility software as described on page 11.
You see the Easy Review screen: note You can enlarge an image by selecting it and clicking the Zoom icon. To return to normal view, right-click and select Exit Zoom Display. 2. Delete any images you don’t want to save by selecting each image and clicking the Delete icon. 3. To save the remaining images as an HTML file, click the Save icon. You see this screen: 4. Enter a name for your meeting minutes and, optionally, a password.
Once the captured images have been saved, you can view them on the Meeting Minutes icon projector at a later time by clicking the at the top of the Easy Review screen. While viewing meeting minutes, you can click Add to append additional captured images to your meeting minutes file, or click Delete to remove an individual image or delete the entire file.
2 Presenting from a Laptop or VCR If you’re presenting from a laptop, you’ll need to connect it to the projector as described in this chapter. If you’re presenting a video, you’ll need to connect your VCR, DVD player, or other video device. Except as noted, all cables required for the connections described in this chapter are included with the projector.
Positioning the Projector caution Don’t hold or lift the projector by the lens, or you may damage it. ■ You can place the projector approximately 3.1 to 48 feet from the screen when equipped with the standard lens. Use the figure below as a guideline to help you determine the projector’s placement. Make sure there is plenty of space for ventilation around and under the projector.
Connecting to a Laptop Follow the instructions in this section to connect a laptop (PC or Macintosh) to the projector. The connections you make depend on how you plan to use the projector: ■ To project computer images, you need to connect the computer video cable as described below. ■ If you want to use the remote control in place of your computer’s mouse (for example, to click through slideshow presentations), you need to connect the mouse cable as described on page 34.
4. Make sure the Computer 1 switch is flipped to the right, as shown. If necessary, use the tip of a pen or a small screwdriver to slide it over.
1. To use the desktop adapter, remove its cover as shown and set the DIP switches according to the resolution you want to use, such as 16-inch mode. See your Macintosh documentation for instructions. 2. Replace the cover and connect the adapter to one end of the computer video cable. Then plug the cable (with the adapter) into the monitor port on your Macintosh. 3. If your PowerBook requires a video-out cable, connect its larger end to the adapter, as shown below.
Connecting the Mouse Cable If you want to use the remote control in place of your laptop’s mouse, follow the steps below. This illustration shows the connections you’ll be making: mouse cable Mouse/Com port main cable 1. Connect the round end of the main cable to the projector’s Mouse/Com port, as shown. 2. To use the remote control as a wireless mouse, choose the correct mouse cable for your laptop. (Note that some of the cables look very similar, but are labeled with a tag as shown.
3. Connect one end of the mouse cable to the MOUSE terminal on the square end of the main cable. 4. Connect the other end of the mouse cable to the mouse port (or USB port) on your laptop. 5. Tighten the screws on the connectors. 6. If necessary, configure your laptop to work with an external mouse. Connecting the Audio Cable To use the projector’s built-in stereo speaker system, connect the 3.5-mm audio cable between the laptop’s speaker or audio-out port and the projector’s Audio port.
Connecting to a Video Device note To connect using S-video or component (BNC) video, see the projector Administrator’s Manual. Follow the steps below to connect the projector to a VCR, DVD player, or any other video device that has RCA-style (composite video) connectors. Before starting, make sure the projector and your video device are turned off. 1. Connect the yellow RCA plug on one end of the RCA video cable to the projector’s Video port.
3 Displaying and Adjusting the Image Once you’ve transferred your presentation to the projector (as described in Chapter 1) or connected the projector to your computer or other equipment (as described in Chapter 2), you’re ready to turn on the projector and adjust the image.
Displaying an Image Follow the steps below to turn on the projector and any connected equipment, and to display an image. Turning On the Projector Follow these steps to turn on the projector: note You can also set the projector to turn on automatically at a preset time. See page 45. 1. Make sure the projector is plugged in and the lens cap is off. power cord The power light on the projector’s control panel glows orange, indicating that the projector is receiving power but the lamp is not turned on.
2. Press the red Power button on the control panel. You can also use the Power button on the remote control, but make sure batteries are installed and the remote control is turned on first. (For details, see page 50.) Power Power Freeze Help Menu Power button Esc Sync. A/V Mute 1 5 Enter Video king Trac Tracking 3 4 2 Comp/ R/C ON OFF E-Zoom remote control on/off switch A/V mute S y n c.
3. To display the image, do one of the following: ■ note It takes a few seconds for the projector to sync up after selecting the source. After pressing one of the source buttons, wait a moment for the image to appear. On the projector’s control panel, press the Comp/ EasyMP.net button to switch between EasyMP, Computer 1, and Computer 2; or press the Video button to switch between the video sources (composite, component, or S-video). Power Help Menu Esc Sync.
Adjusting the Image and Sound If the projector is already installed in a meeting room, you probably won’t need to make any adjustments. If you set up the projector yourself, check the following: ■ To focus or zoom your image, see below. ■ If the image is too high or too low, you can reposition it. See page 42. ■ If the image isn’t square, see page 43. ■ If only part of a computer image is displayed, you may need to press the Resize button. See page 44 for more information.
Adjusting the Height of Your Image You can adjust the height of the image using the lens shift knob and the projector’s feet. Using the Lens Shift Knob If possible, set the projector flat on a table and use the lens shift knob (instead of raising the projector’s feet) to position the image on-screen. This delivers the best-looking picture.
Using the Projector’s Feet If the image is still too low, you can raise it by extending the projector’s feet. 1. Stand behind the projector. Pull up the blue foot release levers and lift the front of the projector. This unlocks the feet. caution Do not hold the projector by the lens; this can damage it. 2. Once the image is positioned where you want it, release the levers to lock the feet in position. 3. To fine-tune the height of the image, rotate the thumb wheels attached to the projector’s feet.
Resizing the Image Power Help Video Comp/ Some computer images need to be resized to display in the projector’s native resolution. If only part of your computer image is displayed, you can correct it with the Resize button. ■ Press the Resize button on the control panel. The screen image is automatically compressed. ■ Continue pressing the Resize button to pan around the screen in the original resolution.
Turning On the Projector Automatically You can set the projector to turn on at a preset time. You can set either a specific time for the projector to come on, or you can set it to come on everyday or on certain days of the week. When the projector comes on, it displays whichever source was selected when last used. (See page 39 for instructions on switching sources.
You see this screen: select a reservation number 4. You can program up to seven different power-on times. Click one of the reservation numbers, as shown above. Then select the desired options for the day, start time, and end time. When done, click Set. (If you want to cancel a programmed time, click Delete.) The scheduled power-on time appears in the Reservation Status window.
Shutting Down the Projector When done using the projector, turn off the projection lamp. If the projector is connected to your network, leave it plugged in so that it can continue to receive data over the network. If you need to unplug the projector, as when moving it, be sure to turn off the projection lamp (if it’s on) and let the projector cool before unplugging it. Follow these steps to turn off the projection lamp: 1. Press the red Power button on the projector or remote control.
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4 Using the Remote Control Using the remote control, you can access your projector’s features from anywhere in the room—up to 30 feet away. You can use it to start and run your presentation, control the picture and sound, and highlight your presentation by using it as a digital pointer. If you’re giving a PowerPoint presentation, you can use the remote as a wireless mouse to click from one slide to the next.
Turning On the Remote Control Power Freeze A/V Mute R/C ON OFF E-Zoom 3 4 5 1 2 on/off switch Enter Esc light button The remote control has an on/off switch on its side, as shown. Before using it, make sure batteries are installed (as described in the Administrator’s Manual), then push up the on/off switch to turn it on.
Using the Remote Control as a Wireless Mouse The remote control works as a wireless mouse to let you access various projector features and control your presentations; see the next page for instructions. You can use it as a mouse in the following situations: when using EasyMP.net The remote control lets you select the image you want to view, click through your PowerPoint slides, and draw on screen to highlight your presentation. See “Delivering Your Presentation” on page 17 for details.
Follow the guidelines in the figure below to use the remote control as a mouse: Power Freeze A/V Mute R/C ON OFF E-Zoom 3 to left-click: press down on the Enter button 4 5 1 2 to move the mouse pointer on screen: pivot the Enter button like a joystick Enter Esc to right-click: Press Esc If you need to double-click, press down twice on the Enter button. To click and drag, press down on the Enter button and tilt it the direction you want to go.
Controlling the Picture and Sound You can use the remote control to select your image source, adjust the volume, temporarily turn off the picture and sound, freeze the action, zoom in on the picture, or display a picture-in-picture video image. Switching Between Picture Sources If you’ve connected your projector to more than one computer and/or video source, you can use the remote control to switch between the different sources.
Turning Off the Picture and Sound note You can also have an image, such as a company logo, display on the screen whenever you press the A/V Mute button. See the Administrator’s Manual for instructions. You can use the A/V Mute button on the remote control to darken your screen and turn off the sound. This is useful if you want to temporarily re-direct your audience’s attention without the distraction of a bright screen. ■ To turn off the picture and sound, press the A/V Mute button. The screen goes dark.
Displaying Picture-in-Picture Video You can open a small video window on your computer image, and view a video at the same time as your computer presentation. Esc First make sure you have connected your VCR or other video source using an RCA cable as described on page 36. You can also use S-video, but be sure to follow the instructions in the Administrator’s Manual to connect the cable and select S-video in the P in P menu option. (You can’t display the picture-in-picture window using component video.
Highlighting Your Presentation note EasyMP.net has its own highlighting features. To use them, see page 20. If you’re presenting from a computer or video source (not EasyMP.net), you can highlight areas on the screen using the numbered buttons on the remote control. You can use these “special effects” features to annotate your presentation or call attention to your most important points.
4. To erase the pointers pasted on the screen, press button 5. 5. To cancel the pointer feature, press Esc. Using Box Highlights You can draw outline boxes on the screen to highlight areas of your presentation or video. 1. To activate the box tool, press button 2 on the remote control. A colored square appears in the upper left corner of the screen. This is the box-drawing tool. 2. Use the Enter button to place the square where you want to begin drawing the box. 3.
Using Horizontal and Vertical Highlights With the bar tool, you can draw bold horizontal or vertical lines on the screen to underline or highlight your presentation points. You can choose from three types of bars. 1. To activate the bar tool, press button 4 on the remote control. A horizontal bar appears across the screen. If you want a vertical bar, press 4 again. If you want to try another horizontal bar, press 4 again. 2.
5 warning Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Solving Problems This chapter helps you solve problems with the projector, and tells you how to contact technical support for problems you can’t solve yourself.
Using On-Screen Help If you see a No Signal message or your audio isn’t working, you can get help by pressing the blue ? Help button on top of the projector or under the cover on the remote control.
What To Do When the Lights Flash The lights on top of the projector indicate the projector’s status and let you know when a problem occurs. power light lamp light temperature light If the projector is not working correctly, first turn it off and unplug it. Then plug the power cord back in and turn on the projector. If this does not solve the problem, check the status lights on top of the projector and try the solutions recommended below.
Light Status Description flashing orange The projector is getting too hot. Turn it off and let it cool for five minutes. Make sure the temperature surrounding the projector does not exceed 104 °F and there is plenty of space around and under the projector for ventilation. You should also check the air filter; if necessary, clean or replace it as described on in the Administrator’s Manual. red The projector has overheated and turned itself off. Let it cool for five minutes, then turn it back on.
You see a blue screen with the message No Signal displayed. ■ Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described in Chapter 2. ■ You may need to switch image sources. Press the Comp/Easy-MP or Video button (on the control panel) or the Comp1, Comp2/YCbCr, Easy-MP, or Video button (on the remote control) to select the correct source. Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing the button.
If you’re using a PowerBook: 1. From the Apple menu, select Control Panels, then click Monitors and Sound. 2. Click the Arrange icon. click here drag one monitor icon on top of the other 3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other. This lets you display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen. 4. If the Arrange option isn’t available, click the Monitor icon. click here select a Simulscan resolution 5. Select one of the listed Simulscan resolutions.
The message Not Supported is displayed. ■ If you’ve connected a second computer or you’re using component video, make sure the BNC option in the Setting menu is correct. See the Administrator’s Manual. ■ Make sure your computer’s resolution doesn’t exceed UXGA (1600 × 1200), and the frequency is supported by the projector (see the Administrator’s Manual). If necessary, change your computer’s resolution setting as described below. Only part of the computer image is displayed.
The image isn’t square, but trapezoid-shaped. ■ Make sure the projector isn’t placed off to one side of the screen, at an angle. Place the projector directly in front of the center of the screen, facing the screen squarely. ■ If you’ve tilted the projector upward by extending the legs, the image will be broader at the top. Hold down the + or – side of the Keystone button on top of the projector until the image is square. The image contains static or noise.
You see vertical stripes or the image still looks blurry after trying the solutions in the previous section. ■ If you’re projecting from a computer and displaying an image that contains a lot of fine detail (such as the body of a letter), you may notice one or more vertical stripes or bands, or some of the characters may look heavy or blurred. Press Auto on the remote control or the Enter button on the control panel. This resets the projector’s tracking and sync settings.
The colors of the image are not right. note Because of the different technologies used, your projected image may not exactly match the colors on your laptop or computer monitor. ■ The color balance may be incorrect. If you’re displaying a computer image, use the Gamma option in the projector’s Video menu to adjust the balance of red, green, and blue. If you’re displaying video, adjust the Color, Tint, and Gamma settings on the Video menu. Also try adjusting the Color Setting option in the Advanced menu.
Solving Problems with the Remote Control The projector doesn’t respond to remote control commands. Power Freeze ■ Make sure the remote control is turned on. ■ Make sure you are within 30 feet of the projector, have a direct line-of-sight to the projector’s front or back sensor, and are no more than 30° to the left or right, or 15° above or below, the sensor. A/V Mute R/C ON OFF E-Zoom ■ Dim the room lights and turn off any fluorescent lights. Make sure the projector is not in direct sunlight.
Solving Problems with EasyMP.net You cannot send your presentation to the projector. ■ Make sure the projector is plugged into a power outlet (the projector doesn’t have to be turned on, though). It must also be properly connected to your network, as described in the Administrator’s Manual. ■ Make sure the memory card is inserted in the projector’s PCMCIA slot. See page 16. You’ve copied your presentation to the projector, but it doesn’t show up in Easy View.
When using the EMP Tablet software, you can’t move the cursor all the way to the edge of the screen. You may need to move or resize the EMP Tablet window on your computer’s desktop. You can also drag the toolbar out of the way, if necessary. When using EMP Scenario, you can’t drag a PowerPoint file into the scenario window. You have to double-click the PowerPoint file in EMP Scenario’s file window to open the individual slides; then drag each slide from the thumbnail window into the scenario window.
Where To Get Help EPSON provides technical assistance through electronic support services and automated telephone services 24 hours a day, as listed in the following table. Electronic support and automated telephone services Service Access World Wide Web Technical Support From the Internet, you can reach EPSON’s product support page at http://support.epson.com.
Before you call, please have the following information ready: ■ Product name (EPSON PowerLite 8150i) ■ Product serial number (located on the bottom of the projector) ■ Video source (computer, DVD player, etc.) and how it’s connected ■ Description of the problem You can purchase screens, carrying cases, and other accessories from EPSON by calling (800) 873-7766; in Canada, please call (800) 873-7766 for dealer referral.
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Index A A/V Mute, 54 Accessories, 73 Adapter, Macintosh desktop, 32 Adobe Acrobat Reader, 4 Anti-theft device, 30 Aspect ratio, 44 Audio adjusting volume, 44, 53 connecting cables, 35, 36 problems, 60, 68 turning off (using A/V Mute), 54 EMP Scenario software, 8 to 10 EMP Tablet software, 21 to 22 Enter button, 52 EPSON accessories, 73 PrivateLine Support, 72 technical support, 72 to 73 Esc button, 52 Excel, Microsoft, 8, 19 E-Zoom button, 54 F B Focusing, 41 Foot release levers, 43 Freeze button, 54 B
L R Lamp status light, 61 Language setting, 60 Laptop computer, displaying on, 63 Lens shift knob, 42 Lights, status, 61 to 62 Raising image, 42 to 43 Remote control as wireless mouse, 51 to 52 problems, 69 using, 50 to 52 Resizing image, 44 M Macintosh connecting to, 32 to 33 displaying on a PowerBook, 64 Manuals, 4 Meeting minutes, 25 to 28 Memory card, 16 Mouse, connecting to projector, 20 N Network, wireless connection, 3 P P in P (picture in picture) button, 55 Password entering using remote cont
V Video button, 53 selecting source, 39 to 40, 53 Video device, connecting to, 36 Volume, adjusting, 44, 53 W Warning lights, 61 to 62 Wireless Ethernet card, 3 Word, Microsoft, 8, 19 Z Zooming image, 41, 54 Index 77
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