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

 

 

 

 

computer’s mouse. You use the remote control’s pointer to

 

 

control the screen cursor.

 

Provide audio for one or both image sources. The audio

 

 

source can be the computer, video source, or another device

 

 

such as a stereo.

 

Connect to an external speaker or PA system to amplify the

 

 

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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