Depending on how you plan to use the projector, you
may need to obtain the following additional components:
- To receive
a composite video signal, you need an RCA-style video or A/V cable.
See your local computer or electronics dealer for purchase
information.
- To receive
an S-Video signal, you need an S-Video cable compatible with your
device. See your local computer or electronics dealer for purchase
information.
- To receive
a component video signal, you need a D-sub, 15-pin,
component-to-VGA video cable. You can purchase one
from Epson or an authorized Epson reseller.
- To receive
an HDMI signal, you need a compatible HDMI cable. You can purchase one from Epson or an authorized Epson
reseller.
Note: To
connect a Mac that includes only a Mini DisplayPort, Thunderbolt
port, or Mini-DVI port for video output, you need to obtain an
adapter that allows you to connect to the projector's HDMI port. Contact Apple for compatible
adapter options. Older Mac computers (2009 and earlier) may not
support audio through the HDMI
port.
- To receive
an HDMI signal via MHL, you need an MHL-compatible device, an MHL
cable, or an HDMI cable and an MHL adapter compatible with your
device (PowerLite Home Cinema 1040).
Devices with an integrated MHL connector may not require a cable.
You can purchase an HDMI cable from Epson or an
authorized Epson reseller.
- To project
with audio from certain ports, you may need a commercially
available audio cable compatible with your device. See your local
computer or electronics dealer for purchase information.
- To connect
a computer through its VGA port to the projector's VGA video port,
you need a VGA computer cable. You can purchase
one from Epson or an authorized Epson reseller.
- To connect
a Mac that includes only a Mini DisplayPort, Thunderbolt port, or
Mini-DVI port for video output to the projector's VGA video port,
you need to obtain an adapter. Contact Apple for compatible adapter
options.