Troubleshooting Display Problems; You Can't Project An Image - Epson PowerLite 7900p Product Information

Epson PowerLite 7900p Projector
You see the currently selected source displayed in the main
window, as shown below. All other sources (including the
currently selected source) are displayed in smaller preview
windows on the right side and at the bottom.
Currently selected source
Computer (Analog-RGB)
BNC Video
If no equipment is connected to a port, or if there is no
incoming signal, the preview window for that source
appears blank.
Note: Movies are displayed as still images on the preview
screen.
2. Press the corresponding
control to switch to the desired source. Or press the
button to exit the preview screen without switching sources.
Note: A red highlight surrounds the preview window for the
currently selected source. You can use the
the remote control to highlight a different source, and then press
to display it.
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Troubleshooting Display Problems

You Can't Project an Image

If you see a blank screen or a blue screen with the
message, try the following:
Make sure the cables are connected correctly.
Make sure the P power light is green and not flashing and
the lens cap is off.
If you've connected more than one computer and/or video
source, you may need to press one of the
on the projector's control panel or the remote control to
select the correct source. (Allow a few seconds for the
projector to sync up after pressing the button.)
If you're using a Windows notebook computer, press the
function key on your keyboard that lets you display on an
external monitor. It may be labeled
icon such as . You may have to hold down the
while pressing it. Allow a few seconds for the projector to
sync up after changing the setting.
6 Epson PowerLite 7900p Projector
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Computer
DVI
S-Video
Preview windows
buttons on the remote
Source
pointer button on
No Signal
buttons
Source
or have an
CRT/LCD
The Projector and Computer Don't
Display the Same Image
If you don't see the same image on the projection screen and
on your computer screen, follow these guidelines.
If you're using a Windows notebook computer:
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
an icon such as
key while pressing it. Allow a few seconds for the projector
to sync up 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
box, click the
method for adjusting the settings varies by brand; you may
need to click a
Monitor port is set as your primary display and/or enabled.
See your computer's documentation or online help for
details.
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If you're using Macintosh 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
4. Make sure the
If you're using OS 8.6 to 9.x:
You may need to set up your system to display on the
projector screen as well as the LCD screen. Follow these steps:
key
Fn
1. From the Apple menu, select
Monitors
9/04
. You may have to hold down the
utility. In the Display Properties dialog
Display
tab, then click
Settings
tab, then make sure the external
Monitor
System Preferences
.
dialog box is selected.
VGA Display
tab.
Arrange
Make sure Mirror Displays is checked
checkbox is selected.
Mirror Displays
Control Panels
or
Monitors and Sound
or with
CRT/LCD
Fn
. The
Advanced
, then
Select the
VGA Display
dialog box
Click the
Arrange tab
, then click
.