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To connect to desktops and other computer systems, see Appendix A. If you have an iBook with an RCA video- out port, follow the instructions for connecting to a video device on page 16.

Connecting to a Laptop Computer

You can connect the PowerLite projector to any computer that has a standard video output (monitor) port, including PC notebook and laptop computers, Macintosh PowerBooks, and hand-held devices.

Connecting the Computer Cable

Before you start, make sure your computer and the projector are turned off.

1.Connect one end of the computer cable to the projector’s

Computer 1 port.

Computer 1 port

computer cable

2.Make sure the Computer 1 switch is flipped to the left (to the Analog position, as shown). If necessary, use the tip of a ballpoint pen to slide it over.

Computer 1 switch (slide to left)

note

Laptop configurations vary. See your computer manual for the location of the ports needed to connect your projector.

3. Connect the other end of the computer cable to your laptop’s video-out or monitor port.

If you’re using a PowerBook and you can’t connect the cable, you may need to use the Macintosh desktop adapter as shown on page 83 (available from EPSON; see page 8).

12Setting Up the Projector