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PowerLite 1716
Multimedia Projector
User’s Guide
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Important Safety Information WARNING: Never look into the projector lens when the lamp is turned on; the bright light can damage your eyes. Never let children look into the lens when it is on. Never open any cover on the projector, except the lamp and filter covers. Dangerous electrical voltages inside the projector can severely injure you. Except as specifically explained in this User’s Guide, do not attempt to service this product yourself. Refer all servicing to qualified service personne
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- Contents Welcome . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 7 Using Your Documentation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Getting More Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 8 Registration and Warranty . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9 Unpacking the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10 Additional Components. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11 Optional Ac
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Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 27 2 Using the Remote Control . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Replacing the Batteries. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28 Controlling the Picture and Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Switching Between Picture Sources . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29 Turning Off the Picture and Sound. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30 Stopping Action. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . .
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Setting Up Network Projection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . 53 4 Using Quick Wireless Connection . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 54 Configuring Basic Settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 55 Configuring the Connection. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 57 Using Ad Hoc Mode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 58 Using Access Point Mode. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 64 Making a WPS (Wi-Fi Protected Setup) Connection. . .
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Maintaining the Projector. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 115 6 Cleaning the Lens. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Cleaning the Projector Case . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 116 Cleaning the Air Filter and Vent . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 117 Replacing the Lamp and Air Filter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 118 Resetting the Lamp Timer . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 121 Transporting the Projector . . . . . . . .
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- Welcome ® The PowerLite 1716 is an easy-to-use projector that weighs less than 4 pounds. The projector offers up to 2700 lumens of white and color light output (brightness). You can connect it to a wide range of computers and video sources—including digital cameras or external speakers—or you can project from a USB storage device. If you purchase the optional wireless module, you can project over an 802.11g, 802.11b, or 802.11a wireless network. Easy setup, control, and security: ® ■ 6-s
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® ■ Project only the PowerPoint slide images while viewing handout notes and controls on the computer screen ■ Perform six-axis color adjustment for fine art and photography Using Your Documentation This User’s Guide provides detailed instructions on using your projector. In addition, your projector CD-ROM includes the EasyMP Operation note Guide and the EMP Monitor Operation Guide. If you purchased the The EasyMP Operation optional wireless module or USB key, refer to these manuals for Gu
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■ epson.com/support Download FAQs and e-mail your questions to Epson support. ■ PrivateLine support If you still need help after checking this User’s Guide and the ® sources listed above, you can use the Epson PrivateLine Support service to get help fast. Call (800) 637-7661 and enter the PIN on the PrivateLine card. Or take advantage of Epson’s automated support services 24 hours a day. See page 137 for more information. Registration and Warranty Your projector comes with a warranty that
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Unpacking the Projector After unpacking the projector, make sure you have all the parts shown below: PDF manual and Projector software registration CD-ROM CD-ROM Projector Audio adapter Remote control and 2 AA batteries Carrying case Security sticker Power cable VGA computer cable USB cable Save all packaging in case you need to ship the projector. Always use the original packaging (or the equivalent) when you need to send the projector to another location. If you are moving the projector
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Additional Components Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you may need additional components: ■ To receive an S-video signal, you’ll need an S-video cable. One may be provided with your video equipment, or you can purchase one from Epson; see page 12. ■ To receive a component video signal from a VCR or other video device, you’ll need a component-to-VGA video cable. You can purchase one from Epson; see page 12. ■ To use the projector wirelessly, you’ll need to install the optiona
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Optional Accessories To enhance your use of the projector, Epson provides the following optional accessories: Product Part number Replacement lamp V13H010L48 Air filter replacement set (2 filters) V13H134A19 Wheeled soft case ELPKS62 Soft shoulder case for projector and laptop ELPKS61 ATA molded hardshell case ELPKS58 ® SwissGear backpack ELPKS63 Universal projector ceiling mount ELPMBPJF Adjustable suspended ceiling channel kit ELPMBP01 Suspended false ceiling plate kit ELPMBP02 Structural
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1 Displaying and Adjusting the Image Whether you’re presenting from a computer or video equipment, you need to follow some basic steps to display your image on the screen. Follow the guidelines in this chapter for: ■ Positioning the projector ■ Turning the projector on and off ■ Selecting the image source ■ Troubleshooting display problems ■ Adjusting the image 13
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Positioning the Projector note You can mount the projector If the projector isn’t already installed in the room you’re using, you’ll on the ceiling, or place it probably want to place it on a table in front of the screen. This lets behind a translucent screen for rear projection. See you stand in the front of the room, face the audience, and remain page 139 for details. close enough to the equipment to be able to control it. Try to leave as much space as possible between the projector and
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Ideally, you should place the projector directly in front of the center of note the screen, facing it toward the screen squarely. The base of the lens After positioning the should be at about the level of the bottom of the screen. projector, you may want to connect a Kensington ® MicroSaver anti-theft device to the lock port on the projector. You can purchase this from Epson; see page 12. Projector Screen If you place the projector below screen level, you’ll have to tilt it up by ext
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Turning On the Projector note You can set the projector to Follow these steps to turn on the projector: automatically turn off the 1. Open the A/V Mute slide (lens cover). lamp and enter “sleep mode” when it has not received any signals or the A/V Mute slide remains closed for a period of time. This conserves electricity, cools the projector, and extends the life of the lamp. To enable sleep mode, see page 112. 2. Plug one end of the power cable into the projector, and the other end
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3. Press the red PPower button on the remote control or on top of the projector. warning The projector beeps once and the Ppower light flashes green as Never look into the lens the projector warms up, then an image begins to appear. When when the lamp is on. This the P power light stops flashing and remains green, the projector can damage your eyes, and is is ready for use. especially dangerous for children. 4. If you are prompted to enter a password, see page 106. Using the Direct Powe
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Shutting Down the Projector This projector incorporates Instant Off technology. To turn it off, you can press its PPower button as described below, unplug it, or turn note off a power switch that supplies power to the projector. You don’t Lamp life will vary have to wait for the projector to cool off first. depending on mode selected, environmental conditions, 1. To turn off the projector, press the and usage. PPower button on the remote control or projector. Turn off this product when
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You can also use the Source buttons on the remote control to switch between devices connected to the ports identified on each button, or ® select EasyMP to project wirelessly if you installed the optional wireless module. Troubleshooting Display Problems Follow these guidelines if you’re having trouble displaying an image. You Can’t Project an Image If you don’t see the image you are trying to project, try the following: ■ Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described beginnin
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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 projection screen and on your computer at the same time, follow these guidelines. 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 labeled CRT/LCD or have an icon such as . You may have to hold down the Fn key while pressing it.
