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Connecting to a Computer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .21

Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer

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Connecting to a PC Laptop Computer

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Connecting to a Desktop Macintosh . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .29

Connecting to a PowerBook

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Connecting to a Video Source Other Than a Computer

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Connecting to an External Speaker or Public Address System . . . . . . . . . . . . . .45

Turning the Equipment On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Turning the Projector On and Off . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .46

Sleep Mode

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Using the Projector

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Positioning the Projector

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Calculating Image Size and Projection Distance

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Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image

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Resizing the Projected Image

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Controlling the Projector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .57

Using the Remote Control

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Using the Control Panel

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Projector Status Lights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .65

Power Light

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Projector Lamp Light

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Temperature Light . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .66

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Adjusting Projector Settings

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Accessing the Main Menu . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .69

Changing a Menu Setting

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Adjusting Video Settings (Image Source = Computer)

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Adjusting Video Settings (Image Source = Video)

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Section	Page
Front Matter	1
Contents	5
Introduction	9
Optional Accessories	11
About This Manual	12
Safety Instructions	13
Where to Get Help	15
Electronic Support Services	15
Automated Telephone Services	16
Chap 1-Setting Up the Projector	19
Unpacking the Projector	20
Additional Components	22
Attaching the Hand Strap	24
Installing the Remote Control Batteries	26
Where to Place the Projector	27
Connecting the Power Cord	29
Connecting to a Computer	29
Connecting to a PC Desktop Computer	31
Connecting to a PC Laptop Computer	35
Connecting to a Desktop Macintosh	39
Connecting to a PowerBook	45
Connecting to a Video Source Other Than a Computer	51
Connecting to an External Speaker or Public Address System	55
Turning the Equipment On and Off	57
Turning the Projector On and Off	57
Sleep Mode	59
Chap 2-Using the Projector	60
Positioning the Projector	62
Calculating Image Size and Projection Distance	63
Focusing and Positioning the Screen Image	66
Resizing the Projected Image	68
Controlling the Projector	69
Using the Remote Control	70
Using the Control Panel	75
Projector Status Lights	77
Power Light	78
Projector Lamp Light	79
Temperature Light	79
Chap 3-Adjusting Projector Settings	80
Accessing the Main Menu	82
Changing a Menu Setting	83
Adjusting Video Settings (Image Source = Computer)	85
Adjusting Video Settings (Image Source = Video)	87
Adjusting Audio Settings	88
Changing Basic Projector Settings	89
Creating and Assigning a User Logo	91
Creating the User Logo	91
Assigning the Logo to the AV/ Mute Button	93
Modifying the Special Effects	94
Displaying Information About Your Projector	95
Resetting All Menu Options	96
Chap 4-Using ELP Link III	98
Unpacking the ELP Link III Kit	99
Connecting the ELP Link III Cables	100
Connecting to a PC Desktop or Laptop	101
Connecting to a Macintosh Desktop or PowerBook	105
Installing the ELP Link III Software	109
Installing the Software for Windows	109
Installing the Software on a Macintosh	110
Starting ELP Link III	111
Starting the Program from Windows	112
Starting the Program on a Macintosh	113
Changing the COM Port Assignment	114
Assigning Functions to the Effects Buttons	115
Modifying Functions	119
Defining and Using Key Macros	122
Saving and Recalling Effects Button Assignments	124
Assigning Functions to the Keyboard	126
Using the Projector Setting Dialog Box	128
Using the Quick Change Toolbar	130
Changing Projector Settings	130
Testing Projector Performance	136
Running ELP Link III Without the Projector	141
Chap 5-Maintenance	144
Cleaning the Lens	145
Cleaning the Projector Case	145
Cleaning the Air Filter	146
Replacing the Lamp	147
Transporting the Projector	150
Chap 6-Troubleshooting	152
Using the Online Help Menu	153
Problems with the Projector	154
Problems with the Remote Control	157
Problems with the Image or Sound	158
Chap 7-Technical Specifications	162
Glossary	168

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Using the Projector, Adjusting Projector Settings, Connecting to a Video Source Other Than a Computer

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