ClassTech / Use a short-throw projector

Objective

• To provide instruction on the use of an Epson BrightLink Interactive Projector (a short-throw projector) as part of a classroom technology package

User & Environment

• Faculty, Instructor, Student
• Classroom

Equipment

• Epson BrightLink Interactive Projector, and Easy Tools software for annotation and capture
• Standard technology package, multi-projection room

Procedure

1. With the projection system on, select Power on Short Throw Projector on the touch panel
   
   
    
2. Wait a few moments for the device to power on and initialize. The default input will be the resident PC, so you should see its desktop image appear soon
3. Selecting Advanced Projector Options on the touch panel will allow you to render a different input on the short throw projector
   
   


4. Open the Easy Tools software with the desktop icon, if it isn't running
   
   


5. Use the supplied stylus to perform annotation and capture on the whiteboard below the projector

Troubleshooting 

• Issue: Annotation appears on the short-throw screen but NOT the room's main projection screen
• Diagnosis: The stylus interaction is set to PC Free
• Resolution: Set it to PC Interactive by clicking the mouse and keyboard icon at the bottom of the Easy Tools toolbar
  
  

• Issue: Annotation appears askew or is offset from the stylus pen tip when writing
• Diagnosis: Short-throw projector requires a re-calibration routine to be run
• Resolution: Click the User button on the supplied remote. Answer Yes to the prompt to begin the calibration, and let the calibration finish 
  
  

Notes

• Power-down the projection system when you are finished using the equipment; the short throw projector will power down automatically as well
• Something not working? Review our troubleshooting guide for a projection system to learn all the little things you should check before you panic
• If you need immediate help, locate the phone in the room and dial 9-7900, and then press 9