Troubleshooting Display Problems; You Can't Project An Image; The Projector And Laptop Don't Display The Same Image - Epson PowerLite 8300NL User Manual

Troubleshooting Display Problems

Follow these guidelines if you're having trouble displaying an image.

You Can't Project an Image

If you see a blank screen or a blue screen with the
try the following:
Make sure the cables are connected correctly, as described in
Chapter 1.
Make sure the power light is green and not flashing and the lens
cover is off.
If you've connected more than one computer and/or video source,
you may need to press one of 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 PC laptop, press the function key on your
keyboard that lets you display on an external monitor. It may be
labeled or have an icon such as
CRT/LCD
hold down the
Fn
the projector to sync up after changing the setting.
The Projector and Laptop Don't Display the
Same Image
If you're projecting from a laptop, and you don't see the same image
on the projection screen and on your computer screen, follow these
guidelines.
If you're using a PC laptop:
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
. You may have to hold down the
Allow a few seconds for the projector to sync up after changing
the setting.
Source
key while pressing it. Allow a few seconds for
CRT/LCD
Fn
message,
No Signal
buttons on the
. You may have to
or with an icon such as
key while pressing it.
Displaying and Adjusting the Image
No Signal
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