Epson 6100i Getting the Most from Your Projector

Getting the Most from Your Projector

Depending on your presentation, you can take advantage of any or all of these options:

■Connecting to a notebook or other computer

If you want to connect the projector to a notebook or desktop computer, see page 22. For additional presentation control, you can connect an external monitor to view the presentation on your computer simultaneously.

■Connecting to video sources

You can connect a DVD player, VCR, HDTV, camcorder, laser disc player, digital camera, and other video sources to your projector. See page 16 for instructions.

■Using the remote control

The remote control lets you switch from computer to video sources, zoom in on part of your image, freeze or mute the presentation, and adjust many other projector features. For details, see Chapter 3.

■Including sound in your presentation

If your presentation includes sound, you can connect an optional audio cable to the projector to use the projector’s built-in speaker. See page 25.

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Contents

Page Important Safety Information Copyright Notice CContents Welcome Setting Up the Projector Projecting Using the Remote Control Configuring the Projector a Remote Computer Maintaining the Projector Solving Problems W-Welcome Getting the Most from Your Projector Using Your Documentation Getting More Information Registration and Warranty Unpacking the Projector Additional Components Optional Accessories 1Setting Up the Projector Positioning the Projector Page Connecting to Video Equipment Connecting a Composite Video Source Connecting an S-VideoSource Connecting a Component Video Source Connecting an RGB Video Source Page Connecting to a Computer Connecting to the Computer Port Connecting an External Monitor Playing Sound Through the Projector Connecting Audio Equipment to the Projector Connecting External Speakers 2Projecting Turning On Your Equipment Turning On the Projector Press the orange If you’ve connected a PPower light stops flashing and stays on, the projector is ready to use warning Selecting the Image Source What To Do If You See a Blank Screen The Projector and Notebook Don’t Display the Same Image If you’re using a PC notebook: If you’re using Macintosh OS X: If you’re using OS 8.6 to OS 9.x: Adjusting the Image Focusing and Zooming Your Image Adjusting the Height of Your Image Adjusting the Image Shape Using Keystone Correction Correcting Computer Images Adjusting the Volume Shutting Down the Projector Page 3Using the Remote Control Using the Remote Control Using the Navigation Buttons Replacing the Batteries Controlling the Picture and Sound Switching Between Picture Sources Turning Off the Picture and Sound Stopping Action Zooming Your Image Highlighting Your Presentation Using the Pointer Tool Changing the Pointer Shape Page 4Configuring the Projector Using the Menu System Restoring the Default Settings Adjusting Colors and Clarity ■Brightness Lightens or darkens the overall image ■Contrast Adjusts the difference between light and dark areas ■Color Saturation Adjusting the Input Signal ■Auto Setup (computer images) Auto Setup Off ■Tracking (computer images) Tracking Customizing Projector Features Adjusts the volume for the projector’s speaker Selecting Projector Setup Options ■User’s Logo ■Projection Front: Projector is in front of the screen Front: Front/Ceiling: Page Selecting Network Settings Trap IP Address 1: Lets you register an SNMP trap notification destination Port Number: Lets you define your SMTP server’s port number to the projector Address 2 Setting: Lets you register a second notification e-mailaddress Address 3 Setting: Lets you register a third notification e-mailaddress Lets you assign a unique name to the projector to identify it on the network Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information Using the Projector’s Security Features Creating Your Own Screen Logo 3.Use the pointer button to highlight User’s Logo, then press the Enter button When you see the message , select and press . A selection box displays over the image Displaying Your Screen Logo Setting a Password Protecting your Screen Logo Turning on Password Protection Starting the Projector with a Password Page 5Managinga Remote Computerthe Projector from ■Use the e-mailnotification function to receive alerts about possible problems Use a network management utility running SNMP, such as HP OpenView This chapter covers the following information: ■Installing the Easy Management software Installing the Easy Management Software System Requirements Installing the Software Connecting and Configuring the Projector Using EMP Monitor Opening and Closing EMP Monitor Registering a Projector 3.Click Search to locate projectors currently operating on the network Search Any projectors found on the network are listed as shown below: Select the projector you want to add by clicking its name, then click the Edit Monitoring Your Projectors Operation Guide Group status icons Type status icons 80Managing the Projector from a Remote Computer The following table explains the meaning of the Power status icons: Power status icons The following table explains the meaning of the Temperature level status icons: Temperature level status icons Error status icons Error status icons (continued) 82Managing the Projector from a Remote Computer Controlling Your Projectors Configuring the Monitoring Interval Using E-mailAlerts Understanding the Notification Messages Using a Browser to Monitor the Projector Page You cannot change the following settings using a web browser: ■Pointer in the Settings menu ■User’s Logo in the Extended menu in the Reset menu 88Managing the Projector from a Remote Computer 6Maintaining the Projector Cleaning the Lens Cover Glass Cleaning the Projector Case Cleaning the Air Filter Replacing the Air Filter Resetting the Air Filter Timer Replacing the Lamp 5.Loosen the two screws holding the lamp in place (you can’t remove them) 6. Pull the lamp straight out 7.Gently insert the new lamp 9.Reset the lamp timer as described in the next section 94Maintaining the Projector Transporting the Projector Page 7Solving Problems Using On-ScreenHelp Checking Projector Status What To Do When the Lights Flash 100Solving Problems Viewing Lamp Usage and Other Information Solving Problems with the Image or Sound If you’re using a PC notebook: Hold down the notebook’s manual or online help for details If you’re using Mac OS X: Open The message Not Supported is displayed Make sure the correct input signal is selected in the Settings menu (see Only part of the computer image is displayed ■Press the Auto button on the remote control Make sure the image The image isn’t square, but keystone-shaped If the top or bottom of the image is broader, press the The image contains static or noise Make sure the correct The image is blurry Page The colors of the image are not right If you’re displaying a computer image, use the ■Try changing the Color Adjustment setting on the Image menu ■Check your computer display settings to correct the color balance There is no sound Solving Easy Management Problems Solving Problems with the Remote Control Where To Get Help Internet Support Speak to a Support Representative Purchase Supplies and Accessories Installation Guidelines Front/Ceiling Rear/Ceiling 112Appendix A: Projector Installation Installing the Rear Cable Cover and Lock Page General Projection Lamp Remote Control Dimensions Electrical Environmental Safety Compatible Video Formats Page Page CAppendix C: Notices Important Safety Instructions Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide Do not place the projector and/or remote control on top of ■Do not stand on the projector or place heavy objects on it 122Appendix C: Notices Declaration of Conformity FCC Compliance Statement Warranty Epson America, Inc. Limited Warranty 126Appendix C: Notices Index 128Index Page 130Index Page 132Index