Owner's Manual
Table Of Contents
- Quick Setup
- Users Guide
- Table of Contents
- Features
- Supplied Accessories
- Parts & Controls
- Introduction to Your Projector
- Setting Up the Projector
- Using the Projector on a Network
- Wireless Network Projection
- Setting Up Projector Network E-Mail Alerts
- Setting Up Monitoring Using SNMP
- Controlling a Networked Projector Using a Web Browser
- Using Basic Projector Features
- Turning On the Projector
- Turning Off the Projector
- Selecting the Language for the Projector Menus
- Adjusting the Image Height
- Image Shape
- Resizing the Image
- Focusing the Image Using the Focus Ring
- Remote Control Operation
- Selecting an Image Source
- Projection Modes
- Image Aspect Ratio
- Color Mode
- Controlling the Volume with the Volume Buttons
- Projecting a PC Free Presentation
- Adjusting Projector Features
- Adjusting the Menu Settings
- Using the Projector's Menus
- Image Quality Settings - Image Menu
- Input Signal Settings - Signal Menu
- Projector Feature Settings - Settings Menu
- Projector Setup Settings - Extended Menu
- Projector Network Settings - Network Menu
- Projector Setup Settings - ECO Menu
- Projector Information Display - Info Menu
- Projector Reset Options - Reset Menu
- Maintaining and Transporting the Projector
- Solving Problems
- Projection Problem Tips
- Projector Light Status
- Using the Projector Help Displays
- Solving Image or Sound Problems
- Solutions When No Image Appears
- Solutions When Image is Incorrect Using the USB Display Function
- Solutions When "No Signal" Message Appears
- Solutions When "Not Supported" Message Appears
- Solutions When Only a Partial Image Appears
- Solutions When the Image is Not Rectangular
- Solutions When the Image Contains Noise or Static
- Solutions When the Image is Fuzzy or Blurry
- Solutions When the Image Brightness or Colors are Incorrect
- Solutions to Sound Problems
- Solving Projector or Remote Control Operation Problems
- Solving Network Problems
- Where to Get Help
- Technical Specifications
- General Projector Specifications
- Projector Lamp Specifications
- Remote Control Specifications
- Projector Dimension Specifications
- Projector Electrical Specifications
- Projector Environmental Specifications
- Projector Safety and Approvals Specifications
- Supported Video Display Formats
- USB Display System Requirements
- EasyMP Network Projection Operation Guide
- Table of Contents
- Introduction to EasyMP Network Projection
- Setting Up EasyMP Network Projection for the First Time
- Connecting to the Projector and Projecting Images
- Using Additional Functions
- Solving Problems
- Screen Summary
- Appendix
- Spec Sheet
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 Search button on the
projector or the remote control to switch between them.
PowerLite Home Cinema 640/740HD
Component video
to VGA cable
HDMI cable
S-Video cable
RCA video cable
(composite video)
PowerLite Home Cinema 1040
Component video
to VGA cable
HDMI cable
RCA video cable
(composite video)
Computer
Connect one end of an HDMI cable to the projector’s HDMI port and the other
end to an HDMI port on your computer.
Note: For more information on connecting the projector to your computer or
other devices (camera, USB flash drive, etc.), see the online User’s Guide.
Mobile media device (PowerLite Home Cinema 1040)
Connect tablets, smartphones, and other devices that support the MHL
™
standard to the HDMI2/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.
Connect audio
Built-in speaker
The projector has a built-in speaker that can play audio from a video source
(DVD player, streaming device, etc.) connected by 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.
PowerLite Home Cinema 640/740HD
HDMI cable
Audio cable
PowerLite Home Cinema 1040
HDMI cable
Audio cable
External speakers
Connect your device’s audio output to your home theater receiver or powered
speakers.
Note: The internal speaker is disabled when an external device is connected.
If you are using an HDMI connection to the projector, 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.
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 video source or computer.
2
Plug in the projector. The power light on the projector turns blue.
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Home Cinema 640/740HD/1040