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, including a cable or satellite box, and use
the
Source Search
button on the projector or the remote control to switch
between them.
RCA video cable
(composite video)
HDMI cable
Component video to VGA cable
Mobile media device
Connect tablets, smartphones, and other devices that support the MHL™
standard to the
HDMI1
/
MHL
port.
MHL cable
Streaming device
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.
Computer
Connect one end of an HDMI cable to the projector’s
HDMI1/MHL
or
HDMI2
ports 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
.
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.
HDMI cable
RCA audio cable
3.5 mm stereo mini cable
Audio Out port
You can connect the projector to external self-powered speakers through the
Audio Out
port.
3.5 mm stereo mini 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 computer or video source.
2
Plug in the projector. The On/Standby 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
projector beeps, the Status light flashes blue, and then stays on.
Note:
To shut down the projector, press the
power button twice.
PowerLite
®
Home Cinema 1450
