Epson PowerLite 8150i User Manual

EPSON®PowerLite®8150iUser’s GuideCPD-11971EPSON®PowerLite®8150iMultimedia ProjectorEPSON®PowerLite®8150iMultimedia Projector

Introduction5Getting HelpIf you experience a problem with the projector, check with your network or projector administrator first. You can also check

6Introduction

1Presenting Without a Computer7Presenting Without a ComputerIf the projector is connected to the network, you can use its EasyMP.net features to deliv

8Presenting Without a ComputerCreating Your PresentationFollow the guidelines below to create your presentation in a file format that’s compatible wit

Presenting Without a Computer9To create a scenario, follow these steps:1. Open the EMP Scenario program from your desktop or from the EasyMP programs

10Presenting Without a ComputerOnce the scenario has been transferred to the projector, you can view it using Easy View:1. Start Easy View as describe

Presenting Without a Computer11Transferring Your Presentation to the ProjectorFollow the instructions in this section to transfer a supported applicat

12Presenting Without a ComputerYou see this screen, with the files on your PC listed on the left:2. Click the Connect icon, as shown above. You see th

Presenting Without a Computer134. To copy your presentation to the projector, highlight its name on the left side of the screen, then highlight the fo

14Presenting Without a ComputerYou see this screen, with the files on the projector listed on the left:4. Click Connection Target Setting, as shown ab

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Presenting Without a Computer15All files currently stored on the connected computer appear on the right side of the screen: 6. To copy your presentati

16Presenting Without a ComputerCopying Your Presentation Directly to the Memory Card If you have a laptop with a PCMCIA slot, you can insert the proje

Presenting Without a Computer17Delivering Your Presentation If your presentation is on a remote PC (you haven’t copied it to the projector’s memory ca

18Presenting Without a Computer4. Click Viewer as shown in the previous screen. 5. Do one of the following: If your presentation is on the projector’s

Presenting Without a Computer19Follow these guidelines when viewing your presentation: If you’re showing a Microsoft Word or Excel file, you can move

20Presenting Without a ComputerHighlighting Your PresentationYou can highlight your presentation with special symbols or your own drawings, and you ca

Presenting Without a Computer21A special template comes with the projector that you can place under the tablet’s clear plastic overlay. The template i

22Presenting Without a Computer3. While viewing the projected image, use your laptop’s mouse or drawing tablet to control the cursor. In some cases, y

Presenting Without a Computer23Drawing on the ScreenYou can draw and write either on a projected image, as described below, or on a blank screen (usin

24Presenting Without a ComputerSelect one of the other drawing tools as shown. You can adjust drawing tool attributes by clicking the checkbox icon;

iiImportant Safety InformationWARNING: Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on; the bright light can damage your eyes. Never let

Presenting Without a Computer253. When done drawing on screen, right-click, then click the exit icon. (Your drawings and notes will be erased; to save

26Presenting Without a ComputerSharing Captured ImagesIf you wish to copy your captured JPEG files to another system without first converting them to

Presenting Without a Computer27You see the Easy Review screen:2. Delete any images you don’t want to save by selecting each image and clicking the Del

28Presenting Without a ComputerOnce the captured images have been saved, you can view them on the projector at a later time by clicking the Meeting Mi

2Presenting from a Laptop or VCR29Presenting from a Laptop or VCRIf you’re presenting from a laptop, you’ll need to connect it to the projector as des

30Presenting from a Laptop or VCRPositioning the ProjectorYou can place the projector approximately 3.1 to 48 feet from the screen when equipped with

Presenting from a Laptop or VCR31Connecting to a Laptop Follow the instructions in this section to connect a laptop (PC or Macintosh) to the projector

32Presenting from a Laptop or VCR4. Make sure the Computer 1 switch is flipped to the right, as shown. If necessary, use the tip of a pen or a small s

Presenting from a Laptop or VCR331. To use the desktop adapter, remove its cover as shown and set the DIP switches according to the resolution you wan

34Presenting from a Laptop or VCRConnecting the Mouse CableIf you want to use the remote control in place of your laptop’s mouse, follow the steps bel

iiiContentsIntroductionGetting the Most from Your Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . .

Presenting from a Laptop or VCR353. Connect one end of the mouse cable to the MOUSE terminal on the square end of the main cable. 4. Connect the other

36Presenting from a Laptop or VCRConnecting to a Video Device Follow the steps below to connect the projector to a VCR, DVD player, or any other video

3Displaying and Adjusting the Image37Displaying and Adjusting the ImageOnce you’ve transferred your presentation to the projector (as described in Cha

38Displaying and Adjusting the ImageDisplaying an ImageFollow the steps below to turn on the projector and any connected equipment, and to display an

Displaying and Adjusting the Image392. Press the red Power button on the control panel. You can also use the Power button on the remote control, but m

40Displaying and Adjusting the Image3. To display the image, do one of the following: On the projector’s control panel, press the Comp/ EasyMP.net but

Displaying and Adjusting the Image41Adjusting the Image and SoundIf the projector is already installed in a meeting room, you probably won’t need to m

42Displaying and Adjusting the ImageAdjusting the Height of Your ImageYou can adjust the height of the image using the lens shift knob and the project

Displaying and Adjusting the Image43Using the Projector’s FeetIf the image is still too low, you can raise it by extending the projector’s feet. 1. St

44Displaying and Adjusting the ImageResizing the ImageSome computer images need to be resized to display in the projector’s native resolution. If only

ivAdjusting the Image and Sound . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Focusing and Zooming Your Image . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 41Adjusti

Displaying and Adjusting the Image45Turning On the Projector AutomaticallyYou can set the projector to turn on at a preset time. You can set either a

46Displaying and Adjusting the ImageYou see this screen:4. You can program up to seven different power-on times. Click one of the reservation numbers,

Displaying and Adjusting the Image47Shutting Down the ProjectorWhen done using the projector, turn off the projection lamp. If the projector is connec

48Displaying and Adjusting the Image

4Using the Remote Control49Using the Remote ControlUsing the remote control, you can access your projector’s features from anywhere in the room—up to

50Using the Remote ControlTurning On the Remote Control The remote control has an on/off switch on its side, as shown. Before using it, make sure batt

Using the Remote Control51Using the Remote Control as a Wireless MouseThe remote control works as a wireless mouse to let you access various projector

52Using the Remote ControlFollow the guidelines in the figure below to use the remote control as a mouse: If you need to double-click, press down twic

Using the Remote Control53Controlling the Picture and SoundYou can use the remote control to select your image source, adjust the volume, temporarily

54Using the Remote ControlTurning Off the Picture and Sound You can use the A/V Mute button on the remote control to darken your screen and turn off t

Introduction1-IntroductionThe EPSON® PowerLite® 8150i is a highly versatile presentation tool. You can connect it to one or two computer sources and u

Using the Remote Control55Displaying Picture-in-Picture VideoYou can open a small video window on your computer image, and view a video at the same ti

56Using the Remote ControlHighlighting Your PresentationIf you’re presenting from a computer or video source (not EasyMP.net), you can highlight areas

Using the Remote Control574. To erase the pointers pasted on the screen, press button 5.5. To cancel the pointer feature, press Esc.Using Box Highligh

58Using the Remote ControlUsing Horizontal and Vertical HighlightsWith the bar tool, you can draw bold horizontal or vertical lines on the screen to u

5Solving Problems59Solving ProblemsThis chapter helps you solve problems with the projector, and tells you how to contact technical support for proble

60Solving ProblemsUsing On-Screen Help If you see a No Signal message or your audio isn’t working, you can get help by pressing the blue ? Help button

Solving Problems61What To Do When the Lights FlashThe lights on top of the projector indicate the projector’s status and let you know when a problem o

62Solving ProblemsSolving Problems with the Image or SoundNo image appears on the screen. Check that the power light is green, not flashing, and the l

Solving Problems63You see a blue screen with the message No Signal displayed. Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described in Chapter 2.

64Solving ProblemsIf you’re using a PowerBook: 1. From the Apple menu, select Control Panels, then click Monitors and Sound.2. Click the Arrange icon.

2IntroductionGetting the Most from Your ProjectorDepending on how you plan to use the projector, you can take advantage of the following options: Pre

Solving Problems65The message Not Supported is displayed. If you’ve connected a second computer or you’re using component video, make sure the BNC opt

66Solving ProblemsThe image isn’t square, but trapezoid-shaped. Make sure the projector isn’t placed off to one side of the screen, at an angle. Place

Solving Problems67You see vertical stripes or the image still looks blurry after trying the solutions in the previous section. If you’re projecting fr

68Solving ProblemsThe colors of the image are not right. The color balance may be incorrect. If you’re displaying a computer image, use the Gamma opti

Solving Problems69Solving Problems with the Remote ControlThe projector doesn’t respond to remote control commands. Make sure the remote control is tu

70Solving ProblemsSolving Problems with EasyMP.netYou cannot send your presentation to the projector. Make sure the projector is plugged into a power

Solving Problems71When using the EMP Tablet software, you can’t move the cursor all the way to the edge of the screen.You may need to move or resize t

72Solving ProblemsWhere To Get HelpEPSON provides technical assistance through electronic support services and automated telephone services 24 hours a

Solving Problems73Before you call, please have the following information ready: Product name (EPSON PowerLite 8150i) Product serial number (located on

74Solving Problems

Introduction3 Drawing on the screenIf you’re using EasyMP.net, you can connect a USB device, such as a mouse or drawing tablet, directly to the projec

Index75IndexAA/V Mute, 54Accessories, 73Adapter, Macintosh desktop, 32Adobe Acrobat Reader, 4Anti-theft device, 30Aspect ratio, 44Audioadjusting volum

76IndexLLamp status light, 61Language setting, 60Laptop computer, displaying on, 63Lens shift knob, 42Lights, status, 61 to 62MMacintoshconnecting to,

Index77VVideobutton, 53selecting source, 39 to 40, 53Video device, connecting to, 36Volume, adjusting, 44, 53WWarning lights, 61 to 62Wireless Etherne

EPSON®PowerLite®8150iUser’s GuideCPD-11971EPSON®PowerLite®8150iMultimedia ProjectorEPSON®PowerLite®8150iMultimedia Projector

4IntroductionUsing Your DocumentationThis book contains all the information you need to operate your projector and its software. For complete setup an