Installation Manual

Quick Setup
Before using the projector, make sure you read the safety instructions in the
online User’s Guide.
Connect the projector
Choose from the following connections. See the sections below or the online
User’s Guide for details.
Video device
Connect multiple video devices and use the Source button on the projector or
one of the source buttons on the remote control to switch between them.
HDMI cable
RCA video cable
Mobile media device
Connect tablets, smartphones, and other devices that support the MHL
™
standard to the HDMI1 MHL port.
MHL cable
Some devices may require an adapter or may not require an MHL cable. Not all
features or functions may be supported. Check your device’s documentation for
more information.
Note: For information on wireless screen mirroring (PowerLite Home Cinema
2045), see the online User’s Guide.
Computer
Connect one end of an HDMI cable to one of the projector’s HDMI ports and
the other end to an HDMI port on your computer.
Note: For information on connecting the projector to your computer or other
devices (camera, USB flash drive, etc.), see the online User’s Guide.
Connect audio
Note: If the projector is connected using an HDMI connection, you may need
to reduce the projector speaker volume to zero (0), or make sure that the
correct audio output is selected on your device.
Built-in speaker
The projector has a built-in speaker that can play audio from a connected video
source (DVD player, streaming device, etc.) using an HDMI cable. If you do not
use an HDMI connection, you must connect your device’s audio output to the
projector’s audio input.
HDMI cable
Audio cable
Audio Out port
If you have connected an HDMI video source, you can connect the projector
to a set of external speakers or headphones through the Audio Out port. The
connected device must be set to PCM output. The projector can be used to
control the audio level.
3.5 mm stereo
mini cable
Note: The internal speaker is disabled when an external audio device is
connected.
External speakers
Connect your device’s audio output to your home theater receiver or powered
speakers.
Home theater system
Video source
Surround sound Receiver Projector
Video cable
Powered speakers
External speakers Video source Projector
Video cable
Note: See your home theater receiver documentation for more information
on connections.
Turn on your equipment
1
Turn on your computer or video source.
2
Plug in the projector. The power light on the projector turns blue.
3
Open the A/V Mute slide all the way.
4
Press the power button on the projector or remote control. The Status
light flashes blue and then stays on.
Note: To shut down the projector, press the power button twice, then
unplug it. You don’t have to wait for the projector to cool down.
5
Use the arrow buttons on the remote control to highlight any of the
options on the Home screen that appears, then press Enter to select it.
You can switch between projection sources and quickly access various
adjustment options from this screen.
6
The default language of the menu system is English. To select another
language, press the Menu button on the projector or remote control.
Select Extended and press Enter. Select Language and press Enter.
Select your language and press Enter. Press the Menu button to exit the
menu system.
Adjust the image
1
If you don’t see an image, press the Source button on the projector or
one of the source buttons on the remote control to select the image
source.
Note: If you still see a blank screen or have other display problems, see
the troubleshooting tips on the back of this sheet.
2
To raise the image, press the foot release button and lift the front of the
projector. Release the button to lock the foot in position.
3
Turn the zoom ring to reduce or enlarge the image.
4
Turn the focus ring to sharpen the image.
5
If your image looks like or , you may have placed the projector
off to one side of the screen at an angle. Place the projector directly in
front of the center of the screen, facing the screen squarely. If you can’t
move the projector, use the horizontal keystone slider on the projector to
correct the image shape.
6
Your projector automatically adjusts images that look like or ,
but if necessary you can press the or buttons on the projector to
correct it.
Using the remote control
Make sure the batteries are installed as shown (two AA batteries).
Choose which source
to display
Turn projector
on and off
Control connected
devices with HDMI Link
Switch between
2D and 3D
Access the Home
screen
Navigate projector
menus
Access projector
menus
For more information on using the remote control, see the online
User’s Guide.
Viewing 3D images
To view 3D content, you must first connect a 3D-compatible video device to
one of the HDMI ports on your projector. You also need a pair of Epson
®
(part
number V12H548006) or Epson-compatible RF 3D active shutter glasses.
1
Turn on and begin playback on the 3D-compatible video device.
Note: Make sure you set the video device to play content in 3D mode.
2
Press the 2D/3D button on the remote control, if necessary.
3
Slide the power switch on your 3D glasses to the On position.
Note: If the glasses don’t automatically display 3D content, you may
need to pair them with the projector. Move the glasses within 10 feet
(3 m) of the projector, then press and hold the Pairing button on the
3D glasses for at least 3 seconds. The status light on the glasses will
alternately flash green and red, then remain green for 10 seconds if
pairing is successful.
PowerLite
®
Home Cinema 2040/2045