Epson 740c Product Information Guide - Page 4

Epson PowerLite 740c Projector 3. Press the P Power button on top of the projector or on the remote control. Power button Projector Remote control The projector beeps once and the P Power light flashes green as the projector warms up, then an image begins to appear. When the P Power light stops flashing and remains green, the projector is ready for use. Warning: Never look into the lens when the lamp is on. This can damage your eyes, and is especially dangerous for children. ❏ If you've connected a Windows®-based computer to the projector, you may see a New Hardware Wizard saying your computer has found a plug-and-play monitor; if so, click Cancel. ❏ If you don't see the image you want, press the Source Search button on the projector or the Search button on the remote control until you see the image you want to project. ❏ If you are prompted to enter a password, see "Starting the Projector with a Password" on page 10. Note: You can also use the Source buttons on the remote control to switch between devices connected to the ports identified on each button. For details, see page 5. If a projected image fails to appear, see "What To Do If You See a Blank Screen" in the next column. When you're done with your presentation, shut down the projector as described on page 7. Shutting down the projector correctly prevents premature lamp failure and possible damage from overheating. What To Do If You See a Blank Screen If you see a blank screen or the No Signal message after turning on your computer or video source, try the following: ❏ Make sure the cables are connected correctly. ❏ Make sure the P Power light is green and not flashing and the lens cover is off. ❏ Press the Source Search button on the projector or the Search button on the remote control repeatedly until you see the image you want to project. See page 5 for more information about selecting the image source. If you're using a Windows computer: ❏ Hold down the Fn key and press the function key that lets you display on an external monitor. It may have an icon such as or it may be labelled CRT/LCD. Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after pressing it. Check your computer's manual or online help for details. On most systems, the or CRT/LCD key lets you toggle between the LCD screen and the projector, or display on both at the same time. ❏ Depending on your computer's video card, you might need to use the Display utility in the Control Panel to make sure that both the LCD screen and external monitor port are enabled. See your computer's documentation or online help for details. If you're using a Macintosh® with OS X: You may need to set up your system to display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen. Follow these steps: 1. From the Apple menu, select System Preferences, then click Displays. 2. Select VGA Display or Color LCD, click Arrange or Arrangement, and make sure Mirror Displays is checked. If you're using a Macintosh with OS 8.6 to 9.x: You may need to set up your system to display on the projector screen as well as the LCD screen. Follow these steps: 1. From the Apple menu, select Control Panels, then click Monitors or Monitors and Sound. 2. Click the Arrange icon. 3. Drag one monitor icon on top of the other. If the Arrange option isn't available, try selecting one of the Simulscan resolution settings. Click the Monitor icon, if necessary, and then select a Simulscan resolution. (Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after making the selection.) 4 - Epson PowerLite 740c Projector 8/04