Selecting The Image Source; What To Do If You See A Blank Screen; The Projector And Notebook Don't Display The Same Image - Epson PowerLite 6110i User Manual

Selecting the Image Source

Selecting the image source lets you switch between images
input from different pieces of equipment connected to the
projector (such as a computer or DVD player).
If you don't see the image you want, select it using the
button on the projector or the
Search
remote control.
The buttons work as follows:
Source
❏ Use the
Source Search
equipment connected to the
, and ports.
Video S-Video
❏ The remote control has
four buttons. Use
Source
them to switch between
equipment connected to
the port identified on each
button.
Note that the
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to use different input signals (for example, Analog RGB or
RGB Video)—so if you have equipment connected to one of
these ports, it's important to make sure the correct signal is
selected to match the equipment you're using. You can change
the input signal settings using the projector's menu system; see
the User's Guide for instructions.

What To Do If You See a Blank Screen

If you see a blank screen or a blue screen with the
message, try the following:
❏ Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described
on the Quick Setup sheet and in your User's Guide.
❏ Make sure the P Power light is green and not flashing.
❏ If you've connected more than one computer and/or video
source, you may need to press the
on the projector's control panel or one of the
buttons on the remote control to select the correct source.
(Allow a few seconds for the image to appear after pressing
the button.)
❏ If you're using a PC notebook, press the function key on
your keyboard that lets you display on an external monitor.
It may be labelled
CRT/LCD
You may have to hold down the
Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after
changing the setting.
buttons on the
Source
button to switch between
,
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and ports can be set up
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No Signal
Source Search
Source
or have an icon such as
key while pressing it.
Fn
The Projector and Notebook Don't
Display the Same Image
If you're projecting from a notebook, and you can't see your
image on the screen and on your computer at the same time,
check the following for your computer system.
Source
If you're using a PC notebook:
❏ On most systems, there's a function key that lets you toggle
between the LCD screen and the projector, or display on
both at the same time. It may be labelled
, an icon such as
key while pressing it. Allow a few seconds for the image
Fn
to appear after changing the setting.
❏ If the function key doesn't permit you to display
simultaneously on both screens, you should check your
monitor settings to make sure both the LCD screen and the
external monitor port are enabled.
From the Control Panel, open the
Display Properties window, click the
click
Advanced
varies by brand; you may need to click a
make sure the external Monitor port is set as your primary
display and/or enabled. See your computer's documentation
or online help for details.
If you're using Mac 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
select
Displays
2. Make sure the
3. Click the
button
.
Make sure Mirror Displays is checked
4. Make sure the
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. You may have to hold down the
Display
. The method for adjusting the settings
System Preferences
.
dialog box is selected.
VGA Display
tab.
Arrange
checkbox is selected.
Mirror Displays
or with
CRT/LCD
utility. In the
tab, then
Settings
tab, then
Monitor
, then
Select the
VGA Display
dialog box
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