Epson EX7200 User manual

Setting Up the Projector 31
Connecting to a Computer
You can connect the projector to a Windows or Macintosh computer
using the projector’s TypeB USB port. This lets you carry a
lightweight cable with you when you transport the projector (see
page 31).
You can connect the projector to any computer that has a standard
video output (monitor) port, including desktop models, PC and
Macintosh computers, and hand-held devices. See page 34 for
instructions.
To play sound through the projector, connect an audio cable (see
page 41).
You may be able to use your remote control as a wireless mouse when
projecting from a computer (see page 61).
Connecting to the USB Port
You can connect a PC with a 32-bit version of Windows 7, Windows
Vista®, Windows XP, or Windows 2000 (SP4) or a Macintosh
computer with OS X 10.5.1 or 10.6.x to the projector’s TypeB
(square) USB port and project your computer’s display. A USB
2.0 connection (recommended) provides better picture quality and
response than USB 1.1.
1. Follow the instructions beginning on page 45 to turn on the
projector.
2. Make sure the USB Type B setting on the Extended menu is set
to USB Display (see page 75).
3. Turn on your computer.
note
To connect a Macintosh
that includes only a Mini
Display Port or Mini-DVI
port for video output, you
need to obtain an adapter
that allows you to connect to
the projector's VGA video
port. Contact Apple for
compatible adapter options.

32 Setting Up the Projector
4. Connect the square end of a USB cable to the projector’s TypeB
(square) USB port.
5. Connect the flat end of the cable to any available USB port on
your notebook or desktop computer.
The first time you connect a computer to the projector’s USB
port, you will need to install software from the projector on your
computer (see page 33).
6. You can connect an optional audio cable if you want to play
sound through the projector (see page 41).
When you’ve finished making connections, see Chapter 2 for
instructions on displaying and adjusting the image.
When you’re done projecting from your computer, disconnect the
USB cable.
VS200/EX3200
USB TypeB port USB TypeB port
EX5200/EX7200

Setting Up the Projector 33
Installing Software
The first time you connect a computer to the projector’s USB port,
you will need to install software from the projector on your computer.
Follow the instructions for your operating system.
Windows 7 and Windows Vista
When you see the Auto Play window, click Run EMP_UDSE.EXE.
Follow the instructions on the screen to install the Epson USB
Display software.
After the software is installed, you see your computer’s current
desktop displayed by the projector. You can switch the projector to
other image sources using the Source Search button on the remote
control or the projector.
Windows XP and Windows 2000
Follow the instructions on the screen to install the Epson USB
Display software.
After the software is installed, you see your computer’s current
desktop displayed by the projector. You can switch the projector to
other image sources using the Source Search button on the remote
control or the projector.
Macintosh
The setup folder for USB display is displayed in the Finder.
Double-click the USB Display Installer icon and follow the
on-screen instructions to install the software.
After the software is installed, you see your computer’s current
desktop displayed by the projector. You can switch the projector to
other image sources using the Source Search button on the remote
control or the projector.
note
If the software screen does
not display automatically,
double-click Computer or
My Computer, then
double-click
EPSON_PJ_UD.
note
It may take a few minutes
before the computer’s
desktop is displayed by the
projector.

34 Setting Up the Projector
Connecting to the VGA Computer Port
You can connect to the projector using the VGA computer cable that
came with it (the monitor port on your computer must be a D-sub
15-pin port).
1. Connect one end of the VGA computer cable to the projector’s
Computer (Component Video) port and the other end to your
computer’s monitor port.
2. You may need to change the Input Signal setting in the
projector’s Signal menu to RGB or Auto (see page 72).
3. You can connect an optional audio cable to play sound through
the projector (see page 41).
caution
Don’t try to force a
connector to fit a port with a
different shape or number of
pins. You may damage the
port or connector, or the
device you are trying to
connect.
VS200/EX3200
Computer (Component
Video) port
EX5200/EX7200
Computer (Component
Video) port

Setting Up the Projector 35
4. You may also be able to use the remote control as a wireless mouse
(see page 61).
When you’ve finished making connections, see page 45 for
instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for
instructions on displaying and adjusting the image.
Connecting to Video Equipment
You can connect several video sources to the projector at the same
time. Before starting, look at your video equipment to determine its
available video output connections:
■EX5200/EX7200 only: If your video device has an HDMI
connector, see “Connecting an HDMI Video Source (EX5200/
EX7200 Only)” on page 36.
■If your video device has a yellow RCA video output connector, see
“Connecting a Composite Video Source” on page 37.
■If your video device has an S-Video connector, see “Connecting
an S-Video Source” on page 38.
■If your video device has a component video port (three connectors
labeled either Y/Cb/Cr or Y/Pb/Pr), see “Connecting a
Component Video Source” on page 39.
■If your video device has an RGB video port, see “Connecting an
RGB Video Source” on page 40.
After connecting video cables, you may also want to connect an
optional audio cable to play sound through the projector; see page 41.
If you connect using an HDMI cable (EX5200/EX7200 only), the
video and sound are both transferred and you won’t need to connect
any additional cables for audio.

36 Setting Up the Projector
Connecting an HDMI Video Source (EX5200/
EX7200 Only)
For the best image and sound quality, connect your video equipment
to the HDMI (High-Definition Multimedia Interface) port, if
possible.
Connect an HDMI cable to the HDMI connector on your video
equipment and the HDMI connector on the projector.
When you’ve finished making connections, see page 45 for
instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for
instructions on displaying and adjusting the image.
note
If an HDMI cable was not
p
rovided with your video
equipment, you can
p
urchase one from an
electronics dealer. HDMI port

Setting Up the Projector 37
Connecting a Composite Video Source
1. If your video cable has an RCA connector, connect it to the
yellow video output connector on your device and the yellow
Video port on the projector.
2. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 41 for
instructions on connecting an audio cable.
When you’ve finished making connections, see page 45 for
instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for
instructions on displaying and adjusting the image.
note
If the video cable was not
p
rovided with your video
device, you can purchase one
f
rom an electronics dealer.
VS200/EX3200
Video port
EX5200/EX7200
Video port

38 Setting Up the Projector
Connecting an S-Video Source
1. Connect the S-Video cable to the S-Video connector on your
device and the S-Video port on the projector.
2. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 41 for
instructions on connecting an audio cable.
When you’ve finished making connections, see page 45 for
instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for
instructions on displaying and adjusting the image.
note
If the S-Video cable was not
p
rovided with your video
device, you can purchase one
f
rom Epson; see page 18. VS200/EX3200
S-Video port
EX5200/EX7200
S-Video port

Setting Up the Projector 39
Connecting a Component Video Source
If your video equipment has component video connectors (three
connectors labeled either Y/Cb/Cr or Y/Pb/Pr), you can purchase a
component-to-VGA video cable from Epson (see page 18) or an
electronics dealer.
1. Connect the component end of the cable (3 male RCA) to the Y/
Cb/Cr (or Y/Pb/Pr) connectors on your device.
2. Connect the other end of the cable (HD15 male) to the
Computer (Component Video) port on your projector using an
optional component-to-VGA video cable or adapter.
3. You may need to change the Input Signal setting in the
projector’s Signal menu to Auto (see page 72).
VS200/EX3200
Computer (Component
Video) port
EX5200/EX7200
Computer (Component
Video) port

40 Setting Up the Projector
4. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 41 for
instructions on connecting an audio cable.
When you’ve finished making connections, see page 45 for
instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for
instructions on displaying and adjusting the image.
Connecting an RGB Video Source
You can connect to an RGB video source using the VGA computer
cable provided with the projector.
1. Connect the cable to the RGB video port on your player and the
Computer (Component Video) port on the projector.
2. You may need to change the Input Signal setting in the
projector’s Signal menu to RGB (see page 72).
VS200/EX3200
Computer (Component
Video) port
EX5200/EX7200
Computer (Component
Video) port

Setting Up the Projector 41
3. If you want to play sound through the projector, see page 41 for
instructions on connecting audio cables.
When you’ve finished making connections, see page 45 for
instructions on turning on the projector and Chapter 2 for
instructions on displaying and adjusting the image.
Playing Sound Through the Projector
You can play sound through the projector’s speaker system.
1. Locate the appropriate cable and connect it to the Audio port on
the projector.
2. Connect the other end of the cable to the audio output
connector(s) on your computer or video equipment.
VS200/EX3200
Audio port
EX5200/EX7200
Audio ports

42 Setting Up the Projector
Connecting External Speakers
(VS200/EX3200 Only)
You can output sound from the projector to external speakers with a
built-in amplifier.
1. Locate the appropriate cable to connect your speakers.
Depending on your speakers, you may be able to use a standard
audio cable with a stereo mini-jack connector on one end and pin
jacks on the other end. For some speakers, you may need a special
cable or adapter.
2. Connect the stereo mini-jack end of the audio cable to the Audio
Out port on the projector.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to your speakers.
The projector’s internal speaker system is disabled while sound is
output to external speakers.
Audio cable

Setting Up the Projector 43
Connecting a Digital Camera or Other
USB Device (EX5200/EX7200 Only)
You can connect your digital camera, USB thumb (flash memory)
drive, USB hard drive, or multimedia storage viewer, such as the
Epson P-7000. Then you can use the projector’s Slideshow function
to display JPEG images or a presentation. See page 63 for details.
Use the USB cable specified for your device.
1. Follow the instructions beginning on page 45 to turn on the
projector.
2. Connect the USB drive or the flat end of the USB cable to the
USB TypeA port on the projector, as shown.
3. Connect the other end of the cable to your camera or other
device, if necessary.
The indicator light on the projector turns orange and then green
when a USB device is connected.
note
Use a cable less than 10 feet
(3 meters) long and connect
the camera or other device
directly to the projector.
Your projector may not
function correctly if you use
a longer cable or connect to
a USB hub.
If you connect a USB hard
drive, make sure you use the
AC adapter to power the
hard drive.
Indicator light
Connecting a
thumb drive
Connecting a
digital camera

44 Setting Up the Projector
4. If you are not connected to another image source, the Slideshow
program appears.
If you are connected to another image source, press the USB
button on the remote control to go to the Slideshow program.
5. See page 63 for instructions on controlling the slideshow.
6. When you’re finished, press Esc and select Exit to exit the
Slideshow before turning off or removing the USB device.
Be sure to turn off your USB device (if necessary) before you remove
the device or cable from the projector. Failure to do so may damage
the device and/or the projector.

Setting Up the Projector 45
Turning the Projector On and Off
Turn on any connected computer or video equipment before starting
the projector so it can automatically detect and display the image
source. If you turn on the projector first, or have multiple pieces of
connected equipment, you may have to select the image source
manually (see page 50).
Follow these steps to turn on the projector:
1. Open the A/V Mute slide (lens cover).
VS200
EX3200/EX5200/EX7200

46 Setting Up the Projector
2. Plug one end of the power cord into the projector, and the other
end into an electrical outlet.
The Ppower light turns orange.
3. Press the Ppower button on the projector or on the remote
control.
Power light
Power
button

Setting Up the Projector 47
The projector beeps once and the Ppower light flashes green as
the projector warms up, then an image begins to appear. When
the Ppower light stops flashing and remains green, the projector
is ready for use.
4. If you are prompted to enter a password, see page 78.
Using the Direct Power On Function
The Direct Power On function enables faster setup. The projector
starts up automatically when you plug it in or turn it on with a wall
switch. You don’t have to press the Ppower button.
Follow these steps to enable Direct Power On:
1. Press the Menu button on the remote control or projector, then
select the Extended menu and press Enter.
2. Choose Operation and press Enter.
3. Choose Direct Power On and press Enter.
4. Highlight On and press Enter.
5. Press Menu to exit. The setting will take effect the next time you
plug the projector into a power outlet.
warning
Never look into the lens
when the lamp is on. This
can damage your eyes, and is
especially dangerous for
children.
note
If a power outage occurs
when Direct Power On is
enabled and the projector is
plugged in, the projector will
restart when the power is
restored.

48 Setting Up the Projector
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 off
a power switch that supplies power to the projector. You don’t have to
wait for the projector to cool down first.
1. To turn off the projector, press the Ppower button on the remote
control or projector.
You see a confirmation message.
(If you don’t want to turn it off,
press any other button.)
2. Press the Ppower button again. The projection lamp turns off
and the projector beeps twice. You can then unplug the power
cord.
If you want to turn the projector on again, make sure the orange
Ppower light is not flashing, then press the Ppower button.
note
Lamp life will vary
depending upon mode
selected, environmental
conditions, and usage.
Turn off this product when
not in use to prolong the life
of the projector.
You can set the projector to
automatically turn off the
lamp and enter “sleep mode”
when it has not received any
signals for 1 to 30 minutes
(see page 76). This conserves
electricity, cools the
projector, and extends the
life of the lamp. If you want
to start projecting again,
press the Ppower button.
If you are done using the
projector, unplug the power
cord.

49
2
Displaying and Adjusting
the Image
Follow the guidelines in this chapter for:
■Selecting an image source
■Adjusting the image

50 Displaying and Adjusting the Image
Selecting an Image Source
You may need to select the image source if you have multiple image
sources connected to the projector (such as a computer or DVD
player). Selecting the image source lets you switch between images
input from different pieces of connected equipment.
If you don’t see the image you want, press the Source Search button
on the remote control or the projector until you see the image you
want to project. Or, press one of the Source buttons on the remote
control (Computer, Video, or USB).
If you still can’t see an image or can’t project the same image that is on
your notebook or computer screen, see page 97 for solutions.
Select USB to project from a USB device (EX5200/EX7200 only).
See page 63 for instructions.
Adjusting the Image
Once you see your image, you may need to make certain adjustments:
■If the image is too high or too low, reposition it as described
below.
■If the image isn’t square, see page 51.
■To focus or zoom your image, see page 53.
■To quickly adjust the color, brightness, or contrast, see page 54.
■To change the image aspect ratio, see page 55.
■If you need to fine-tune the image and/or sound, see Chapter 4.
Source Search button
Source
buttons