Appendix A:
| Connecting to a Desktop | |
| Computer | |
| This appendix describes how to connect the projector to your | |
| desktop computer and turn everything on. The projector must | |
Abe connected to a computer or a video source such as a VCR, | ||
note | camcorder, digital camera, DVD player, or laser disc player | |
For instructions on | ||
before it can project any images. You may also want to set up | ||
connecting to a laptop | ||
the projector for one or more of the following: | ||
computer or to external | ||
speakers, see your User’s | ■ | Connect the mouse cable to use the remote control as a | |
Guide. | |||
| wireless mouse. Except for some laptops, this disables your | ||
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| computer’s mouse. You use the remote control’s pointer to | |
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| control the screen cursor. | |
| ■ Provide audio for one or both image sources. The audio | ||
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| source can be the computer, video source, or another device | |
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| such as a stereo. | |
| ■ Connect to an external speaker or PA system to amplify the | ||
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| audio (see your User’s Guide for instructions). | |
Positioning the Projector
Before you can set up the projector, you need to decide where to place it. Keep the following in mind:
■ Place the projector on a sturdy, level surface.
■ Make sure the projector is within 10 feet of a grounded electrical outlet or extension cord.
■ Place the computer and/or video source within 5 feet of the projector.
■ Make sure the projector is at right angles to the screen. Otherwise, your image will be distorted.
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