About This Guide

This guide describes how to set up and use your EPSON PowerLite projector. The instructions apply to both the PowerLite 8000i and the PowerLite 9000i, except where noted otherwise.

Chapter 1, “Setting Up the Projector,” provides step-by-step instructions on how to set up your projector; connect it to your computer, video source, or other optional equipment; and turn it on.

Chapter 2, “Using the Projector,” explains how to position the projector relative to the screen, focus and position the screen image, control the projector using the remote control and the control panel, and monitor the projector’s operating status.

Chapter 3, “Using the Projector Menus,” describes how to use the projector’s built-in menus to adjust the color and image settings, change the display of the projected image, set and adjust various projector options, and modify audio settings such as bass and treble.

Chapter 4, “Using ELP Link IV,” explains how to use the ELP Link IV software to control the projector settings from the computer and use the special effects functions.

Chapter 5, “Maintenance,” covers basic procedures for maintaining your projector in good working order and gives guidelines for transporting it.

Chapter 6, “Troubleshooting,” describes how to interpret your projector’s warning lights and gives helpful information for avoiding errors, optimizing image quality, and solving problems.

6 Introduction